Antique cross consisting of 13 coral beads smooth assembled by rods around a central square pattern. The bail is of gold. The coral was particularly appreciated by the French in the south of France and the Mediterranean throughout the 19th century. A very similar cross is depicted in the book "Les bijoux traditionnels francais" (1998) Musee national des arts et traditions populaires page 65 picture N�88. Antique jewelry object group: pendant Condition: excellent condition Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin. Style: Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era. Period: ca. 1870 Source of inspiration: Christianity Theme: Cross - The cross is one of the most ancient human symbols, and is used by many religions, such as Christianity. It is frequently a representation of the division of the world into four elements (or cardinal points), or alternately as the union of the concepts of divinity, the vertical line, and the world, the horizontal line. (from: Wikipedia) Material: 18K bi-color (yellow and red) gold Precious stones: 14 blood coral beads Hallmarks: No trace. Dimensions: height 4.88 cm (1.92 inch) Weight: 2.70 gram (1.74 dwt) Reference N: 11265-0032 Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry