Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Enamel Cross Pendant – Hand-Painted Crucifix & Ornate Filigree
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Enamel Cross Pendant – Hand-Painted Crucifix & Ornate Filigree
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Cross Pendant with Blue Enamel
A beautifully crafted vintage 925 sterling silver Christian cross pendant featuring an intricate openwork filigree frame and a striking deep-blue enamel cross at the center.
The pendant combines traditional Christian imagery with highly decorative religious jewellery craftsmanship. The elaborate three-dimensional frame is formed from delicate scrolling filigree, surrounding the central enamel work and creating a distinctive architectural appearance.
Subtle gold-tone accents add warmth and contrast to the silver-colored metal.
Hand-Painted Crucifixion and Blue Enamel
The front of the cross depicts the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, with the figure of Christ hand-painted in fine detail against a vivid deep-blue enamel ground.
The combination of blue enamel, silver filigree and gold-tone details creates a particularly striking appearance.
The reverse features a distinctive decorative enamel composition incorporating Christian symbolism, making the pendant interesting from both a devotional and decorative perspective.
925 Sterling Silver
A visible 925 silver hallmark is present on the pendant, indicating sterling silver.
The silver frame retains a naturally aged appearance, with surface wear and patina consistent with the vintage character of the piece.
The enamel also shows some age-related loss and small areas of chipping, which should be considered part of the condition of this historic piece.
Vintage Condition
The pendant remains in vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous use.
There is natural surface wear, patina and some enamel loss / chipping. These characteristics contribute to its individual vintage appearance.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
Details
Type: Vintage Christian / religious cross pendant
Metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Hallmark: 925
Design: Ornate openwork filigree
Central Decoration: Deep-blue enamel cross
Front: Hand-painted Crucifixion of Christ
Reverse: Decorative Christian enamel design
Finish: Silver with subtle gold-tone details
Approx. Height: 6 cm
Approx. Width: 3.5 cm
Approx. Weight: 11 g
Era: Vintage; exact date unknown
Condition: Vintage condition with age-related wear and some enamel loss / chipping
Relic: Not represented as a relic
Gemstones: None identified
Country of Origin: Unknown
A Distinctive Vintage Christian Pendant
This unusual sterling silver Christian cross pendant combines traditional Christian devotional imagery with ornate filigree craftsmanship and vivid blue enamel.
The hand-painted Crucifixion, decorative reverse, 925 silver hallmark and elaborate openwork construction make it an appealing piece for collectors of vintage religious jewellery, Christian crosses, sterling silver devotional objects and ecclesiastical antiques.
Please note: This is a vintage Christian devotional pendant and is not represented as a relic. The exact date and country of manufacture have not been established.
Material: 925 Sterling Silver
Hallmark: 925
Type: Christian cross pendant
Enamel: Deep blue
Front: Hand-painted Crucifixion
Reverse: Christian decorative enamel
Height: Approximately 6 cm
Width: Approximately 3.5 cm
Weight: Approximately 11 g
Period: Vintage, exact date unknown
Condition: Age-related wear and enamel loss / chipping
Origin: Unknown