Astriking Victorian era cross pendant, modeled in 14k yellow gold and set with seven sparkling diamonds. This large passion crossfeaturesstylized pointed ends. Its seven old mine cut diamonds rest in star-shaped seats, which are arranged in a linear fashion, across its horizontal and vertical beams. This is a beautifully made antique cross, meant to represent the cross of Christ's suffering. In Western christianity the number seven is often thought to symbolize perfection or completeness. The cross hangs from an oversized bail. Diamond CTW is approx .80 carats— thesecharming old diamonds are white and very lively! This wears especially well on a long chain.

Materials

14k gold
Diamond

Age

c. 1890 - 1900

Dimensions

Cross measuresapprox 2 1/2" x 1 5/8" (without bail); diamonds (7) measure approx 3 - 3.5 mm; diamond CTW is approx .80 carats.