What defines Victorian cross jewellery from the late 19th century?

Victorian cross jewellery frequently featured symbolic arrangements of precious gemstones and pearls mounted in high-carat yellow gold, often incorporating dual-purpose fittings to be worn as both brooches and pendants.

What materials were traditionally used in 19th-century cross brooches?

Craftsmen typically utilized 15-carat or 18-carat yellow gold set with split natural pearls, seed pearls, and rose-cut or old-mine diamonds.

How can authentic Victorian cross pendants be identified?

Authentic items generally feature period hallmarks or purity stamps such as 15K, hand-cut gemstones, closed or open-back settings tailored to the stones, and convertible pin fittings.

How can an antique cross pendant or brooch be styled today?

Dual-function pieces can be worn suspended from a gold chain as a focal pendant, or pinned to velvet ribbons, coat lapels, and collars for a classic accent.

How should antique gold and pearl jewellery be maintained?

Pearls should be wiped clean with a soft, damp cloth after wear and kept away from hairspray, perfume, and harsh chemicals, while the gold setting can be polished using a soft lint-free cloth.

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Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

Name: Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1189081
Price: 650 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian 15ct gold brooch c.1880.

Featuring a central cross bejewelled with half pearls, the brooch presents a beautiful design of symmetry and symbolism.

A circular wreath connects the points with intricately set old rose-cut diamonds which complement the pearls.

The combination of diamonds and pearls with a wonderfully soft lustre radiates an air of regality, whilst its colour scheme maintains a modest yet elegant tone.

Ideal to be worn as a brooch on a jumper, lapel or shirt, this piece would make for the perfect wardrobe accoutrement for the distinguished individual. Furthermore, a chain can be looped behind the pin allowing it to be worn as a pendant.

An exquisite gift for someone special or as an addition for the discerning antique jewellery lover.

Diamond is known to be the birthstone for April and pearls for June.

The brooch is unmarked, as is common with articles of this period and as such, we have tested it, indicating 15ct gold.

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

Size & Total Weight

2.4cm x 2.2cm

3.45g/0.111 troy oz

Condition: good antique condition with no issues or damage, only some slight surface wear as expected with antiques of this age.

We aim to overemphasise and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

Please kindly refer to the photos for further details.

*Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

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We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.

*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.

*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens & lighting conditions*

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this Victorian Pearl Cross Pendant to the Victorian era.

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SA1189081

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Description

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian 15ct gold brooch c.1880.

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Featuring a central cross bejewelled with half pearls, the brooch presents a beautiful design of symmetry and symbolism.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 1. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

A circular wreath connects the points with intricately set old rose-cut diamonds which complement the pearls.

The combination of diamonds and pearls with a wonderfully soft lustre radiates an air of regality, whilst its colour scheme maintains a modest yet elegant tone.

fig 2. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 2. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

Ideal to be worn as a brooch on a jumper, lapel or shirt, this piece would make for the perfect wardrobe accoutrement for the distinguished individual. Furthermore, a chain can be looped behind the pin allowing it to be worn as a pendant.

fig 3. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 3. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

An exquisite gift for someone special or as an addition for the discerning antique jewellery lover.

Diamond is known to be the birthstone for April and pearls for June.

The brooch is unmarked, as is common with articles of this period and as such, we have tested it, indicating 15ct gold.

fig 4. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 4. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

Size & Total Weight

2.4cm x 2.2cm

3.45g/0.111 troy oz

Condition: good antique condition with no issues or damage, only some slight surface wear as expected with antiques of this age.

fig 5. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 5. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

We aim to overemphasise and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

Please kindly refer to the photos for further details.

fig 6. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 6. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.

fig 7. An antique 15K yellow gold Celtic cross brooch and pendant set with central pearls along the arms and diamonds set within the circular halo. — fig 7. Antique Diamond and Pearl Cross Brooch/pendant 15k Gold C.1880

We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.