Regency Foiled Amethyst Cross in 15k Circa 1820 Vintage silver jewelry The festoon necklace became popular

The festoon necklace became popular during the Georgian period (1714–1830s)

5mm diameter scale on each of the links

it is timeless and unique in both it’s art and symbolism

typical of classically inspired pieces of this era

because of its wine-like color

Regency Foiled Amethyst Cross in 15k Circa 1820 Vintage silver jewelry The festoon necklace became popularThe Maltese Cross was officially adopted by the Order of the Knights Hospitallers of St. John in 1126. The eight points on the cross denote the eight obligations of the order of St. John, namely to live in truth, have faith, repent ones sins, give proof of humility, love justice be merciful, be sincere and whole hearted, and to endure persecution. A sensual Maltese cross with pearl embellishments, this sumptuous example is foiled in orchid to rose to