California became the 31st state of the United States and San Francisco had been transformed from a ghost town into a major city of 25
scalloped waves of 15k are interspersed with very fine “white gold” rippling (this was a fun trick of mixing yellow gold with palladium alloys used as a decorative element in early 19th c jewels at this time
such as this slithery snake S-hook pendant
Circa 1860 and beautifully hallmarked
Carnelian is translucent and can range from blood red tones to lighter peachy tones
Stunning Onyx and Micromosaic Cross in Sterling jewelry California became the 31st stateA rare Italian Onyx and micromosaic cross, set in sterling, circa 1900 with a later setting. A lovely example of grand tour jewelry, this gorgeous cross reminds us of the many triumphal edifices that the ancient world left behind wonderfully rendered, this species cross will be a bold addition wherever she goes! Materials & Features: onyx, micromosaic Age Origin: Italian, turn of the 20th c Measurements: 8 grams, 1. 75 Condition: Excellent condition.