Victorian Amethyst & Pearl Cross Pendant pincushions A superb antique portrait miniature

A superb antique portrait miniature pendant depicting a lady wearing pearl earrings and a scarlet dress

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Bracelet wearable length: 7 3/4 inches

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Victorian Amethyst & Pearl Cross Pendant pincushions A superb antique portrait miniatureDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 Exquisite antique cross pendant dating from the Victorian era, circa 1860. It's set with large, flat cut amethysts shaped as hearts, with natural pearl accents and scolloped border. It's French, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold throughout. STONES Flat Cut Amethysts Natural Pearls MEASUREMENTS 5. 7 x 3. 7cm WEIGHT 8. 1g MARKS No marks present, tests as 18k gold CONDITION Very good, the bottom lobe has evidence of an old repair