A lovely quality antique sterling silver St. Johns cross fob pendant with good clear British hallmarks for 1896.
This charming cross is decorated in a pretty engraved floral pattern, a round cartouche in the centre is engraved in richly monogramed initials "GWB" and a large heavy duty silver jump ring is soldered onto the bale at the top.
The Cross of St. John or Cross Pattée is a Christian symbol used in heraldic coat of arms since medieval times. It was a popular jewellery motif in Victorian Britain where it remains a symbol of protection, representing courage, honour and bravery.
A very sweet piece of antique jewellery and a classic amulet, good for the gents or the ladies!.
MATERIALS: sterling silver
MEASUREMENTS: stands approx. 1-3/4" high (4.5cm) measured with the ring and 1-1/4" (3cm) wide. The top ring measures 10mm x 1.5mm thick
WEIGHT: 9.7 grams
HALLMARKS: stamped lion passant for sterling silver, anchor for Birmingham, date letter gothic 'W' for 1896 and makers mark 'W.J.D'
DATE: Victorian, dated 1896
CONDITION: in good antique condition with surface wear and signs of age as expected, please see the photos (the chain is not included)
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Materials: Sterling Silver.