Victorian Bullet Cut Garnet and Diamond Cross Pendant in 18ct Yellow Gold

A statement 18ct yellow gold cross pendant set with four purple red garnet gemstones from the Victorian period. Securely rubover set these garnets have been expertly colour matched to perfectly form the iconic cross shape. Cross pendants were particularly popular during the 19th-century, with examples being worn by pious individuals to demonstrate their faith. In more modern times, Jackie Kennedy had a large collection of cross pendants, which she wore frequently throughout her lifetime. Wearable today as a symbol of Christianity, or simply as an iconic form, the purple red colour tones will look superb worn against a white silk shirt.