Large Vintage Silver Cross Pendant steel Jade cabochons

Jade cabochons

The shell cameo is masterfully executed

and is set with stones to spell out the word SOUVENIR - which in this case

Victoria was "pleased to order that in future on Saint Patrick’s Day all ranks in Her Majesty's Irish regiments shall wear as a distinction a sprig of shamrock in their head-dress to commemorate the gallantry of Her Irish soldiers during the recent battles in South Africa

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Large Vintage Silver Cross Pendant steel Jade cabochonsDATE: Vintage, 1945 A large silver cross pendant with applied ropework adornment around the outer border. It's crafted in sterling silver, and dates from the year 1945 with the date July 25th inscribed on the back. A great statement piece that's developed a beautiful antique patina over the years. MEASUREMENTS 10. 4 x 5. 7cm WEIGHT 29. 3g MARKS English hallmarks for Sterling Silver, London 1945 CONDITION Very good