Antique Georgian Cross Paste Gold Pendant fossil the origin mark for Chester

the origin mark for Chester

The center glittering diamond measures 5

Featuring eight rough cut amethysts set in hand wrought spiraling cages

the resultant decoration is akin to rambling ferns

on the front was one word “Mizpah”

Antique Georgian Cross Paste Gold Pendant fossil the origin mark for ChesterThe Georgian Era saw quite a few upheavals in fashion and culture in its 100 + year history. While fashion influenced jewelry design, and different gems saw their popularity rise and fall, one constant throughout was the cross. Both a sign of ones faith and devotion, the cross was also fully a part of the fashion of the times. For most it was a part of their daily wear. Depending on social status and wealth, one might own a gem set cross, an unadorned