Antique diamond Maltese cross pendant with platinum chain necklace

Article
1117522Location
New York, United StatesFull address: Available with subscription
Closing at
October 30, 2024Lot Number
Available with subscriptionCategory
Necklace, PendantYear of Production
circa 1850Dimensions
Pendant Length: 1 5/16", Width: 1 5/16"Chain Length: 19 3/4"
Material
Gold, Platinum, SilverGross Weight
19.45 gStone Weight
Center Diamond 0.55 ct; Other Diamonds 1.95 ctClarity
SIDiamond Color
I, JClasp Or Buckle
toggle claspGemstone
DiamondGender
WomenMotif
Maltese crossStyle
AntiqueType
Chain, CrossDescription
An antique Maltese cross pendant crafted from silver and gold, adorned with one old-mine cushion-shaped diamond weighing approximately 0.55 carats, and additional old-mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.95 carats. The pendant also features small rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds are graded I-J in color and SI in clarity. The pendant is detachable and includes a reverse pin hook. It is suspended from a long platinum chain necklace with a toggle clasp, and the chain length is 19 3/4 inches. The gold tests between 10 and 14 karats, indicating its antique nature. The dimensions of the pendant are Length: 1 5/16" and Width: 1 5/16". The set comes in a fitted box signed "S.J. Phillips, London," and the gross weight is approximately 19.45 grams.Condition
Available with subscriptionProvenance
Property from the Collection of Nancy Olson, Academy Nominated Actress from Sunset Boulevard and Alan W. LivingstonEstimates: $2,500 – $3,500
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