Wiwen Nilsson Rock Crystal Silver Cross Pendant
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Wiwen Nilsson Rock Crystal Silver Cross Pendant
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- Weight:70.09 g
- Dimensions:Height: 0.47 in (11.94 mm)Width: 1.54 in (39.12 mm)Length: 3.35 in (85.09 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940's
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- Seller Location:Berlin, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4401621173
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