Stunning Onyx and Micromosaic Cross in Sterling jewelry California became the 31st state

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

into the ease of the archaeological revival of the 1870's

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

have a close look at the images for more

such as this slithery snake S-hook pendant

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.