Antique Signed E. DROPSY Gold Filled Virgin Mary Religious Medal for Communion or Baptism c. 1900 antique_emerald_ring eagle head on the dog

eagle head on the dog clip clasp)Weight: 20

The popularity of rock crystal in antique European jewelry was influenced by the gem's transparent quality which allowed it to emulate diamonds

2 gPeriod: Art Nouveau c

the locket has several dents to the front and reverse as well as wear to the center of the pearl

Period: Victorian (late 1800s)Material: Gold Fill (hallmarked)Weight: 25

Antique Signed E. DROPSY Gold Filled Virgin Mary Religious Medal for Communion or Baptism c. 1900 antique_emerald_ring eagle head on the dogThis meticulously worked religious medal becomes more beautiful with each detail. Signed E. DROPSY for the celebrated sculptor and medalist Emile Dropsy (1848 1923), this lovely pendant bears a halo of imitation pearls and a delicate portrait of the Virgin in profile. The reverse side is equally beautiful with a delicate lily flower, symbolic of innocence and rebirth. The reverse has not yet been engraved so it's perfect if you wish to offer the piece