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French Holy Communion Pendant by Émile Dropsy

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90-1-10250

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

Artfully rendered in 20K gold, and framed in platinum and tiny rose-cut diamonds, the blessed sacrament of Holy Communion is being administered to an angelic young lady (Mary Magdelene?) by St. John (not sure which), in this very fine pendant by the noted French medalist Jean Baptiste Émile Dropsy (1858-1923). The reverse displays iconography depicting The Holy Spirit, The Lamb of God, and wheat with grapes - symbols of Holy Communion. Divine. Beautifully engraved with the previous owner's monogram and dated 'September 1934'. 1 1/8 inch not including the matching diamond-set loop.

Details

Materials:
Platinum over 20 Karat Gold, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
1 1/2 Inch
Width:
1 1/8 Inch
Gram Weight:
11.7 Grams
Period:
Art Nouveau
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

52 Rose Cut Diamonds

Carat Weight:
0.35 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
1.10-1.80 mm
Color:
H-I
Clarity:
SI
Total Diamond Carat Weight:
0.35

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