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Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Cross Radiating Sunburst Medal Pendant
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Cross Radiating Sunburst Medal Pendant

1940 - 1960
Description

A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a cross in circular frame with a radiating sunburst behind it. Stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture. The mark is slightly abraded but still present.

Dimensions: 2.7 x 2.4 x 0.15 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 4.06 grams 

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Width
2.4cm (0.94")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Sunburst Cross Pendant to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1156075
Dealers Internal Reference
1702
Description
A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a cross in circular frame with a radiating sunburst behind it. Stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture. The mark is slightly abraded but still present.

Dimensions: 2.7 x 2.4 x 0.15 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 4.06 grams 

(Chain not included)

Height
2.7cm (1.06")
Width
2.4cm (0.94")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Sunburst Cross Pendant to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156075
Dealers Internal Ref
1702
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top.
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Archive I A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top.

Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Cross Radiating Sunburst Medal Pendant

Archive II A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View II
Archive III A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top.
Archive V A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View V
Archive VI A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View VI
Archive VII A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View VII
Archive VIII A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View VIII
Archive IX A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View IX
Archive X A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View X
Archive XI A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XI
Archive XII A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XII
Archive XIII A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XIII
Archive XIV A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XIV
Archive XV A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XV
Archive XVI A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top. View XVI
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ShinyPrettyThings Ltd

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
Telephone 07810 526923
Location
3rd Floor
207 Regent Street
London
W1B 3HH
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/shinyprettythings
Verified Since Nov 2023
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ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top.
Vintage French 18K Yellow Gold Cross Radiating Sunburst Medal Pendant
Ref: SA1156075
A circular 18ct yellow gold openwork medal featuring a central latin cross surrounded by openwork sunburst rays with a suspension bail at the top.
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French religious medals incorporating the cross and radiating sunburst motif gained prominent popularity in the mid-20th century. The sunburst rays symbolise divine light and enlightenment radiating from the central cross, combining traditional Christian symbolism with refined French goldsmithing techniques.

Traditional French religious pendants are commonly crafted from solid 18ct yellow gold, silver, or gilt bronze. High-end fine jewellery pieces utilise 18ct gold, which provides durability alongside a rich yellow lustre suitable for precise openwork and die-stamping.

Authentic French gold items typically feature official state hallmarking, such as the eagles head mark denoting 18ct gold, stamped on the bail or rim. Additionally, authentic pieces display precise metalwork, correct weight for solid precious metal, and makers marks within a lozenge-shaped stamp.

A vintage gold cross pendant can be threaded onto a modern fine gold chain and worn individually as a classic statement piece or layered alongside delicate chains of varying lengths for a contemporary jewellery look.

Maintain 18ct gold by soaking the piece in warm water mixed with mild soap and gently brushing with a soft-bristled brush. Wipe dry with a lint-free cloth and store separately in a soft pouch to prevent surface scratches.
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