A substantial antique religious locket pendant in 18KT gold, set with a polished lapis lazuli panel to the exterior showing natural blue and grey mottling. The locket opens to reveal two finely hand-painted miniature icons in the Orthodox tradition, depicting Christ Pantocrator holding the Gospel and the Virgin Mary in orans pose, both set against a gold ground with traditional inscriptions. The piece combines strong devotional imagery with solid gold construction and has a very good weight and presence. A well-made and unusual religious pendant dating to the late 19th to early 20th century.
Dimensions
Length: 5.5 cm
Diameter (closed): 4 cm
Width (open): 7.5 cm
Weight: 32.3 grams
Specifications
Metal: 18KT Gold
Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
Type: Opening Locket Pendant
Subject: Christ Pantocrator and Virgin Mary
Era: Late 19th to Early 20th Century
Condition Report
Light surface wear consistent with age. Overall very good condition.
A substantial antique religious locket pendant in 18KT gold, set with a polished lapis lazuli panel to the exterior showing natural blue and grey mottling. The locket opens to reveal two finely hand-painted miniature icons in the Orthodox tradition, depicting Christ Pantocrator holding the Gospel and the Virgin Mary in orans pose, both set against a gold ground with traditional inscriptions. The piece combines strong devotional imagery with solid gold construction and has a very good weight and presence. A well-made and unusual religious pendant dating to the late 19th to early 20th century.
Dimensions
Length: 5.5 cm
Diameter (closed): 4 cm
Width (open): 7.5 cm
Weight: 32.3 grams
Specifications
Metal: 18KT Gold
Gemstone: Lapis Lazuli
Type: Opening Locket Pendant
Subject: Christ Pantocrator and Virgin Mary
Era: Late 19th to Early 20th Century
Condition Report
Light surface wear consistent with age. Overall very good condition.
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