Devotional Radiance: An 1812 Georgian Gold and Diamond Cross

This Georgian cross pendant, crafted in 1812 and possibly of French or Belgian origin, is a profound expression of devotion. Made from 18K yellow gold, it features ten rose cut diamonds set in foil, enhancing their radiance. The diamonds are arranged in a Roman cross pattern, with four diamond-encrusted petals blooming at the intersections, symbolizing the growth of faith. The piece’s excellent condition and the historical significance of its style and craftsmanship render it a timeless treasure, connecting the spiritual symbolism of the cross with the elegance of the Georgian era.

Antique jewelry object group: pendant and cross

Condition: excellent condition
  -  (more info on our condition scale)

Country of origin: We believe this to be of French or Belgian origin (the French hallmark found was used during the French occupation of Belgium 1795-1815)

Style: Georgian - Georgian style is the name given in most English-speaking countries to the set of styles current between 1720 and 1840. It is eponymous for the first four British monarchs of the House of Hanover—George I of Great Britain, George II of Great Britain, George III of the United Kingdom, and George IV of the United Kingdom—who reigned in continuous succession from August 1714 to June 1830.
  -  See also: Georgian or more info on styles

Period: ca. 1812
  -  (events and facts in 1812)

Theme: Cross - The cross is one of the most ancient human symbols, and is used by many religions, such as Christianity. It is frequently a representation of the division of the world into four elements (or cardinal points), or alternately as the union of the concepts of divinity, the vertical line, and the world, the horizontal line. (from: Wikipedia)

Material: 18K yellow gold
  -  (more info on precious metals)

Technique: The rose cuts are set on foil. This is a special technique that was used to bring the lustre of the diamonds to its best quality.

Diamonds: Ten rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
  -  (more info on birthstones)

Hallmarks: The French hallmark depicting a rooster's head which was used in France (and Belgium) for 18K gold around 1810.
  -  (more info on hallmarks)

Dimensions: height 4,50 cm (1,77 inch), width 3,22 cm (1,27 inch)

Weight: 5,90 gram (5,90 dwt)

Reference Nº: 12284-0023

Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry

crosses, religious all, yellow gold jewelry, jewelry with rose cut diamonds, jewelry with diamond, latest acquisitions,
antique jewelry, estate jewelry, vintage jewelry or modern jewelry

Jewelry with birthstones (or month stones) for:
January - February - March - April - May - June - July
August - September - October - November or December.


Additional information:
jewelry glossary - wall of fame - visit us in Antwerp - subscribe to our mailinglist.


What is antique jewelry? - What is estate jewelry? - What is vintage jewelry?