Banded Agate & 15ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant - Antique c.1880

This is a magnificent, fine and impressive banded agate and 15 carat yellow gold cross pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections This magnificent, fine and impressive Victorian pendant has been crafted in 15ct yellow gold. The large and substantial body of the pendant has been crafted in banded agate, in the form of a cross. The central cross bar is embellished with a yellow gold collet set circular cabochon cut banded agate. The reverse of the pendant features a push fit cover for a small circular locket; this cover allows for a personal memento or photograph to be stored inside, visible through the glass panel. The pendant suspends from a 18ct yellow gold 18" curb chain via an integrated ring loop to the apex of the pendant; the pendant can be purchased without the chain upon request. The chain secures with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening to the reverse. This agate pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as 15ct gold. This impressive antique cross necklace is supplied with an independent gemstone grading report card. This magnificent, large pendant is the finest of its type one could hope to acquire. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone within this impressive agate and gold cross pendant in the UK. Dimensions Length of drop 9.2cm/3.62" Width of pendant 5.85cm/2.3" Height of setting 1.82cm/0.72" Diameter of locket 1.83cm/0.72" Chain length 45.72cm/18" Weight 46.26 grams