LOVELY! Antique FRENCH 900 Silver *ST ESPRIT* Pendant Necklace MARCASITES/PASTES

Beautiful antique Victorian French St Esprit/ Holy Spirit pendant necklace/ brooch

Marcasites sparkle like diamonds (Flash could not capture)

Beautiful paste stones in various colors

All stones are brilliant, secure, and original to the piece

Hallmarks are boar's head (800 to 900 silver) an old style c clip hallmarked with 2 swans (used from 1893)

The lower section has a makers hallmark that I cannot read

The pendant is articulated into 2 sections, the back is smoothly finished and closed at the back, an indication of an older piece, and there is an old style c clip closure

Comes with a new dark sterling silver chain, beautifully matched

Please expect normal wear commensurate with the age of the piece

Measurements:

Pendant measures 1 3/4 inches (up and down) x 1 1/8 inches

Chain measures 18 inches