Micro-mosaic cross pendant

Micro-mosaic cross pendant in 18 karat gold (750 thousandths). Cross pendant with micro-mosaic decoration depicting the words "PAX DEI" meaning "Peace of God" in Latin. In the center, a cross surrounded by two doves and below, an anchor, an ear of wheat and white flowers. The micro-mosaic decoration is surrounded by a gold beaded frieze. On the reverse, the cross bears the inscriptions "Xbre MRR à MRC, 1868". The anchor is the symbol of hope but also of primitive Christianity. The wheat symbolizes Christ, who dies to be reborn; and the white flowers purity and the Virgin Mary. Christian religious pendant, dated 1868, Italian manufacture for France.

Italian hallmark: crossed keys and miter (active from 1815 to 1870) and eagle's head hallmark

Height (including bail): 6.5 cm
Width: 3.7 cm

Condition: The cross has been restored using a transparent resin to prevent the micro-mosaic from disappearing. This ensures its readability but it is not definitive and can be removed.

Weight: 11.05 gr

Learn more: The "Peace of God" is a medieval movement whose origins date back to the 10th century and which was intended to impose and guarantee peace for both religious and social reasons. It is a mention that can be found on Italian objects from the Grand Tour in the 19th century.

*The gold chain and the antique box are not sold with the jewel*
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