18th Century Portuguese Paste Cross Pendant keychain it's not often paired with

it's not often paired with the crescent - however

and feature central ruby cabochons surrounded by a halo of white diamonds

although it fell out of use during the cold war when availability of uranium to civil industries was curtailed

Width at head: 18

certified no heat treatment with Thai origin

18th Century Portuguese Paste Cross Pendant keychain it's not often paired withDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 Charming for all the right reasons: rough around the edges, rustic, beautiful. An 18th century Iberian cross pendant set with nine white paste gemstones in closed back, foiled settings, with an articulated lower drop. Fashioned in beautifully tarnished patina'd silver and featuring bright and lively stones, it was made circa 1780. STONES White paste gemstones MEASUREMENTS 5. 5 x 4. 2cm (including bail) WEIGHT 9g MARKS No marks