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17th Century Baroque Ruby, Carved Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver Topped Gold Cross

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Large, unusual museum quality Spanish Baroque period ruby, rock crystal, gold and silver topped gold cross 17th Century A clear rock crystal crucifix, bevel cut and carved with a central cross design, surrounded by an ornate scrolled reticulated ruby set framework. Rubies: rich raspberry red color, with abraisions consistent with the age of this jewel, 22 gemstones in all. Tested for 14K gold and silver Height: 65mm Width: 42mm References: for a strikingly similar example- The Walters Art Museum, Jewelry- Ancient to Modern exhibition, 1979-1980, illustrated, Wilhelm Peffenhauser. Metropolitan Museum of Art for a 17th century pendant reliquary of similar style and gemstones- rubies, rock crystal, gold, enamel and pearls, Accession Number:17.190.872. Metropolitan Museum of Art for a piece by Wilhelm Peffenhauser with similar rubies, Accession Number 171901517
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    Height: 2.56 in (65 mm)Width: 1.66 in (42 mm)
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    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1887219497302

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