18ct Napoleon III Period Pearl Cross egyptian revival accentuating the four diamonds that

accentuating the four diamonds that glimmer to mark the four directions

It is becoming harder and harder to locate all original examples of art nouveau jewel splendor and when we found this beauty with her sloping shoulders and massive phallic pearl

This particular ring is well crafted

This carved blossom

and so did the people of that period

18ct Napoleon III Period Pearl Cross egyptian revival accentuating the four diamonds thatSimply stunning! Here at the Curio, weve had the pleasure of coming across several incredible Napoleon III period crosses, and this piece is no exception! French in origin, this 19th century pearl cross was likely crafted circa 1860 1870. This particular example is forged in a classic gothic shape though there is an elegant daintiness to the construction that creates a distinctly feminine silhouette. Crafted in a lovely 18 carat gold, this cross has