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This magnificent antique Victorian garnet cross pendant is a remarkable survivor of the late 19th-century Gothic Revival era. It may have been acquired during a romantic Grand Tour across Europe and worn as a powerful talisman of faith and devotion, the fiery garnets embodying the “Blood of Christ.” Each Bohemian pyrope garnet has been skilfully rose-cut to create a delicate, glittering sparkle beneath the soft flicker of candlelight, igniting with a smouldering red glow as light catches its facets.
The piece has remained in remarkable condition for over a century. Its hand-riveted tombac construction stands as a testament to Victorian craftsmanship, with a soft gold gilt still glowing across the surface. It is the perfect acquisition for a collector who appreciates the dark, romantic elegance of the past and wishes to carry a piece of Victorian history into the light of the present day. For a truly evocative look, wear it on a short velvet ribbon as a gothic choker.
WEIGHT: 9.5 grams
MEASURES: Height 80mm x Width 46mm x Depth 4mm
METAL: Tombac/ Gold Gilt
STONES: Bohemian Pyrope Garnets
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced
CONDITION: Excellent, wear commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 26-098
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