Victorian Ivy Leaf Cross Pendant navette A beautiful Georgian cherub locket

A beautiful Georgian cherub locket dating from the early 19th Century

Offered on a fine 9k gold chain

that has survived through the ages in remarkably good condition

The panel depicts a lady in mourning

Victorian Ivy Leaf Cross Pendant navette A beautiful Georgian cherub locketDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 This antique cross pendant is modelled in 9 karat gold, and dates from the late Victorian era, circa 1890. It features beautifully chased ivy leaves, carved by hand, and a plain diagonal stripe down the middle. The ivy leaf motif appears often in jewellery of this vintage; according to the Victorian "language of the flowers" it represents fidelity and affection "I Cling To Thee". MEASUREMENTS 4. 2 x 2. 6cm WEIGHT 4. 0g MARKS