Antique Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, Circa 1880

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian black onyx and 0.42ct diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set cross pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a silver setting. The substantial body of the pendant has been crafted in black onyx, in the form of a cross. The centre of the cross is embellished with a feature Dutch cut diamond, encircled by eight further diamonds creating a stellate cluster design, encompassed with a plain border in the shape of an eight cornered star. The exceptional and large Victorian onyx cross is ornamented with sixteen further impressive Dutch cut diamonds, pavé set within paired leaf designs emanating along the crossbars. The pendant suspends from a 9k yellow gold 18" chain via a tapering ring loop ornamented with a central paralleling band of exceptional black hot enamel. The chain secures with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening. This onyx and diamond cross pendant necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold and silver. This impressive antique cross necklace...

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Elegant cabochon banded agate, natural pearl 15K Rose Gold large antique English cross 19th Century Composed of well matched banded agate cabochons forming an elongated vertical white line against a dark background with each arm ending in three silvery white natural pearls. Original bale of substantial size centered with a dimunitive cabochon banded agate flanked by natural pearls. Banded agate has been prized for its beauty and protective powers for thousands of years, making it particularly well suited for a cross. The gem is thought to shield the wearer from negative energies, promote calmness and enhance self-confidence. Victorian banded agate jewelry...