Antique Victorian Pinchbeck, Paste Turquoise & Banded Agate Cross Pendant yellow gold A fine piece of craftspersonship

A fine piece of craftspersonship

showing off large sparkling gems while they sipped their drinks at the speakeasy and parties where Prohibition was ignored

using an Edwardian era carved amethyst intaglio cameo depicting Demeter

watch chains

Hand painted porcelain of Greek gods

Antique Victorian Pinchbeck, Paste Turquoise & Banded Agate Cross Pendant yellow gold A fine piece of craftspersonshipCrosses have been worn as symbols of Christianity for thousands of years, and the nineteenth century saw a surge of popularity in this motif with the Church being held in absolute regard, and piety cherished above all. The custom of wearing a cross pendant has remained in vogue ever since. Victorians adored turquoise, and loved to implement the stone in jewelry; it became a symbol of good luck, and was often gifted to represent fondness and love.