Victorian Lapis Lazuli, Rose Diamond & Natural Pearl Cross

A dramatic cross that was made circa 1890-1900.  Lapis LazuliAn historically popular deep blue opaque gemstone. Lapis Lazuli is chiefly composed of the mineral Lazurite and is often flecked with gold Pyrite, giving each stone a unique mysticism. is one of the precious stones mentioned numerous times in the bible.   It is included in the description of God’s Throne, and, according to some scholars, is the stone that God wrote the Ten Commandments on.  So this wonderful rich deep blue stone with gold flecks, originally sourced in Afghanistan, has been used to create this beautiful cross.  In the centre is a small gold mounted cross set with graduated rose diamonds. The ornate baleA component of certain types of jewellery, mostly necklaces, that is used to attach a pendant or stone to a chain.   has also been set with rose diamonds. Four naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  pearls represent tears, purity and innocence.  A work of art to wear with pride.