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Georgian Agate Maltese Cross Brooch / Pendant

$675.00
$675.00
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Mottled agate and jasper in warm earth tones form the arms of this Maltese cross brooch/pendant. The stones are set in exquisitely-made crimped collet settings of gold.

At its center is a glazed compartment containing blond plaited hair. The hair compartment may be an early replacement, as the inset compartment is made of a slightly different-toned metal.

The piece has its original tube hinge and "C" clasp, and a small loop with two jump rings for hanging it from a chain. The chain in the photo is not included.

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  • Materials:

    Agate and jasper stones and hair. The gold acid tests as between 10 and 12 karat. The central compartment containing the hair appears to be brass, but wasn't tested so as not to mar the piece.

  • Size:

    1-1/4" square

  • Marks:

    None

  • Age:

    Early 19th century

  • Condition:

    There is a small chip in one of the jasper stones. A black, resin-like substance fills most of this chip to stabilize it. Under close examination this chip and filler are visible, but it is barely noticeable during normal wear. As mentioned above, the hair compartment may be an early replacement. There is also a small amount of debris in the hair compartment.

  • Sku:

    LK8879