Antique Pietra Dura Cross Pendant | 14k Gold Cross gift for him The earrings were originally parts

The earrings were originally parts of an antique silver bracelet (circa 1900) transformed with gold ear wires

with its soft pink hue

and they are in good condition with a minor bit of loss to one of the blue enamel petals

These earrings feature synthetic rubies surrounded by a halo of 13 rose cut diamonds set in 14k gold mountings (unmarked

Antique Pietra Dura Cross Pendant | 14k Gold Cross gift for him The earrings were originally partsPietra Dura is a form of Florentine mosaic created when artisans cut and set colorful hard stones seamlessly against a black slate backdrop. This exceptional antique cross (circa 1880) features vibrant blue and white pietra dura forget me not flowers and an ornate 14k gold bail. The pendant measures 2. 8 inches from the top of the bail to the bottom of the cross by 1. 3 inches wide. It is in good condition for its age with only slight chipping on the