Antique Georgian 18ct Yellow Gold Cabochon Garnet and Pearl Cross Pendant, Circa 1820

Antique Georgian 18ct Yellow Gold Cabochon Garnet and Pearl Cross Pendant, Circa 1820

A fine and impressive Georgian 18ct yellow gold garnet cabochon or carbuncle and natural pearl cross dating from circa 1820. The beautifully crafted cannetille work makes up the majority of the body of the cross with the deep, pigeon blood red polish garnets set to each arm of the cross with a central round garnet to the centre. The central section is also claw set with four natural pearls which have a silvery lustre and filigree detailing to the edge of the setting. The pendant hangs from a well-sized 9ct gold jump ring (later addition) giving easy access to a variety of chain lengths.

The reverse of the pendant shows the brooch fitting with a ‘c’ clasp to a plain, polished back. It was common for similar pieces of the Georgian and Regency period to have this dual functionality both as a pendant and a brooch.

MEASUREMENT – 45mm L (excluding the jump ring) x 40mm W

MATERIALS – 18ct yellow gold/ garnet / pearl

WEIGHT – 11.7g

HALLMARK – Tested throughout as 18ct gold using a touchstone.

CONDITION – Overall very good condition for the fineness and age of the piece. There is no obvious damage to the gold cannetille work and the garnets, all original to the piece are fantastic with no damage, scratches or chips. The jump ring is a later addition.