Faith & Devotion- Vintage Silver Plated Crystal Rhinestone Cross Pendant & Chain (VP252)

Faith & Devotion - Vintage Silver Plated Crystal Rhinestone Cross Pendant & Chain.  This wonderful cross is crafted from silver plate over metal. The cross features 10 emerald cut crystal rhinestones, one round cut crystal rhinestone, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This pendant is made in the form of a beautiful cross, which is enhanced by crystal rhinestones. The cross and the chain exhibit a polished finish, which works perfectly with the sparkling crystals. The chain features a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This vintage pendant would make a perfect gift, or addition to any vintage jewelry collection. 

History: The history of crystal jewelry spans millennia ancient civilizations for adornment ,spiritual purposes, and healing. From ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to Greece, Rome, and beyond, crystals have been valued for their beauty, perceived mystical properties, and connection to spirituality. 

Originally, rhinestones were rock crystals gathered from the river Rhine, hence the name, although some were also found in areas like the Alps (the source of the Rhine). Today the name "rhinestone" applies only to varieties of lead glass known as crystal glass.

Silver plating has a history rooted in the 18th and 19th centuries with the invention of Sheffield Plate in England around 1742, where silver was fused onto copper. This was followed by the development of electroplating in the 1800s, a more advanced and refined process using electric current to deposit a thin layer of silver onto a base metal, making silver-like items accessible to the middle class and democratizing wealth through a more affordable alternative to solid silver.

Measurements: Pendant 40.00 mm x 24.00 mm           Chain 16" 

Stone Size: Crystal Rhinestone( Emerald Cut) 5.00 mm x 3.00 mm        Round Cut 2.00 mm 

Weight: 4.80 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Canada 

Date: Circa 1950