19th Century Jet Cross On Its Yellow Gold Necklace

Cross-shaped pendant formed by jet briolettes mounted on 750/°° yellow gold (18 KT, ram's head hallmark), on its original necklace, made of a jaseron chain in 750/°° yellow gold (18 KT, ram's head hallmark). The ram's head hallmark having been affixed from 1819 to 1838, this jewel is easy to date and attribute to the 19th century. The structure of the yellow gold cross offers two different faces, one decorated with grains in its center, the other with a flower. Around this cube are mounted fairly large jet briolettes, a very characteristic material of this period, of a deep and shiny black. This stone resulting from the crystallization of wood, is therefore a plant material transmuted into mineral, and is rarely found in these dimensions and in such beautiful condition. The facets of the briolette cut highlight the brilliance of this particular material. The necklace is fitted with a very decorative yellow gold snap clasp, decorated in its center with a rose gold floral frieze. Its length of 81 cm allows it to be worn in several rows if desired. A rare and antique jewel with a sober and refined aesthetic. Total gross weight: 12.42 g Condition: micro-scratches imperceptible to the naked eye, a trace of welding on the gold element at the top of the cross, invisible when worn Possibility of payment entirely remotely via the site. We remain at your disposal for any additional information concerning another method of paymen. Our reference: HS6072