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French Dropsy Virgin Mary Ave Maria 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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French Dropsy Virgin Mary Ave Maria 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

1900 - 1920
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An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary in a halo, over the words Ave Maria. Signed E. Dropsy, stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture with an unknown maker's mark. The reverse shows a gothic arch surround engraved to the centre with the monogram CA / AC and the date 5 Aout 1920.

Dimensions: 1.9 x 1.6 x 0.1 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 1.93 grams

(Chain not included)

Condition - rubbed condition with some loss of detail.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.9cm (0.75")
Width
1.6cm (0.63")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Virgin Mary Pendant to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1103682
Dealers Internal Reference
1667a
Description
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary in a halo, over the words Ave Maria. Signed E.
“
Dropsy, stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture with an unknown maker's mark.
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd

The reverse shows a gothic arch surround engraved to the centre with the monogram CA / AC and the date 5 Aout 1920.

Dimensions: 1.9 x 1.6 x 0.1 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 1.93 grams

(Chain not included)

Condition - rubbed condition with some loss of detail.

Height
1.9cm (0.75")
Width
1.6cm (0.63")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Virgin Mary Pendant to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103682
Dealers Internal Ref
1667a
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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Archive I A circular eighteen-carat yellow gold medal depicting the profile of the Virgin Mary with a halo, inscribed with Ave Maria and signed by E. Dropsy.

French Dropsy Virgin Mary Ave Maria 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

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A circular eighteen-carat yellow gold medal depicting the profile of the Virgin Mary with a halo, inscribed with Ave Maria and signed by E. Dropsy.
French Dropsy Virgin Mary Ave Maria 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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  • ObjectPendants & Charms
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • Material18ct Yellow Gold
  • ColourYellow Gold
  • MotifsVirgin Mary profile, Halo motif, Bas-relief carving, Ave Maria inscription
  • SizeH 1.9 cm (1 in) x W 1.6 cm (1 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

This Art Nouveau pendant takes the form of an 18ct yellow gold circular medal originating from France around 1910. The front exhibits a bas-relief profile carving of the Virgin Mary wearing a headscarf, framed by a dotted halo motif and bordered by the inscription "AVE MARIA" at the lower edge alongside the signature of E. Dropsy and a tiny maker stamp to the left. The medal bears the French eagle mark denoting 18 karat gold content, and shows rubbed condition with visible loss of surface detail from historical wear. The hardware includes an integrated jump ring attached to an elongated, looped suspension bail at the top. Measuring 1.9 cm high by 1.6 cm wide and 0.1 cm deep, this pendant is suitable for wearing on a personal chain as an item of fine jewellery. It brings a touch of classic French Chateau style to contemporary everyday attire or special occasions.

FAQs

French religious medals gained widespread popularity in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, particularly during the Art Nouveau period, when renowned sculptors like Emile Dropsy created detailed devotional pieces.

These pendants were primarily crafted from eighteen-carat yellow gold, silver, or bronze, utilising die-striking techniques to achieve high-relief bas-relief figures and intricate inscriptions.

Authentic pieces feature the signature of the artist, typically engraved as E. Dropsy, alongside official French gold hallmarks such as the eagles head mark stamped on the bail or rim.

An antique gold pendant can be worn independently on a fine gold chain or layered alongside other modern and vintage charm necklaces for an eclectic aesthetic.

Clean eighteen-carat gold gently using warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft-bristled brush, ensuring it is dried thoroughly with a lint-free cloth to preserve the surface details.
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