A striking mid-Victorian rock crystal orb pendant, featuring a domed double cabochon rock crystal encasing a decorative gold latticework panel. The inner openwork cross motif is set with 17 turquoise cabochons and 11 seed pearls (one deficient), further accented by three larger pearls at the cardinal points. The pendant is framed in 18kt yellow gold with projecting turquoise terminals and suspended from a twisted 9kt yellow gold rope-link chain.
Dimensions
Pendant: 3.7 × 2.5 × 1.5 cm
Chain length: 38.5 cm
Chain width: 0.2 cm
Total weight: 19 g
Specifications
Period: Victorian, circa 1870
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Pendant material: 18kt yellow gold
Chain material: 9kt yellow gold
Design: Rock crystal double cabochon with turquoise and pearl cross motif, suspended from a rope-link chain
Gemstone Details
Rock Crystal: Double cabochon, domed, clear
Turquoise: 17 cabochons, approx. 2–3 mm each, exhibiting green to medium blue hues with natural veining and light discolouration
Seed Pearls: 11 pearls, approx. 2 mm each (one deficient)
Larger Pearls: 3 pearls, approx. 3 mm each
Condition Report
Overall good antique condition. Rock crystal and gold frame secure. One seed pearl missing, with minor wear to turquoise commensurate with age.
A striking mid-Victorian rock crystal orb pendant, featuring a domed double cabochon rock crystal encasing a decorative gold latticework panel. The inner openwork cross motif is set with 17 turquoise cabochons and 11 seed pearls (one deficient), further accented by three larger pearls at the cardinal points. The pendant is framed in 18kt yellow gold with projecting turquoise terminals and suspended from a twisted 9kt yellow gold rope-link chain.
Dimensions
Pendant: 3.7 × 2.5 × 1.5 cm
Chain length: 38.5 cm
Chain width: 0.2 cm
Total weight: 19 g
Specifications
Period: Victorian, circa 1870
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Pendant material: 18kt yellow gold
Chain material: 9kt yellow gold
Design: Rock crystal double cabochon with turquoise and pearl cross motif, suspended from a rope-link chain
Gemstone Details
Rock Crystal: Double cabochon, domed, clear
Turquoise: 17 cabochons, approx. 2–3 mm each, exhibiting green to medium blue hues with natural veining and light discolouration
Seed Pearls: 11 pearls, approx. 2 mm each (one deficient)
Larger Pearls: 3 pearls, approx. 3 mm each
Condition Report
Overall good antique condition. Rock crystal and gold frame secure. One seed pearl missing, with minor wear to turquoise commensurate with age.
