Antique rosary Christ cross mother-of-pearl gilded oval beads religious vintage

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Description

This antique rosary features a cross adorned with Christ, highlighted by a mother-of-pearl finish and gilding on metal, as indicated by the keywords. The cross, rectangular in shape with clean edges, displays an embossed golden Christ fixed on the mother-of-pearl surface. The entire rosary consists of oval, ivory-colored beads, regularly spaced and connected by a thin metal chain with a dark patina. A central, rounded medal connects the two segments of the rosary, a typical detail of traditional Catholic rosaries.

The cross presents an aesthetic contrast between the brilliance of the mother-of-pearl and the metallic golden appearance of the figure of Christ. The beads, with their smooth and shiny surface, evoke a classic style, often sought after for vintage devotional objects. The rosary as a whole stands out for its sober elegance and authenticity, reinforced by the quality of the materials visible in the photo.

The rosary is suspended, allowing for observation of the regularity of the bead sequence and the solidity of the links. The light highlights the translucency of the beads and the brilliance of the cross, emphasizing the finesse of the gilding and mother-of-pearl work. No chips, cracks, or major defects are visible on the displayed side.

The central medal and the links appear to be in good general condition, with a patina that suggests a certain age without altering the visual appearance of the object. This rosary, by its style and materials, fully fits into the Catholic religious tradition, while presenting elegant decorative attributes, typical of vintage pieces.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows a beautiful patina with no notable defects or apparent chips on the cross or beads.

Did you know? A rosary is a Catholic prayer object traditionally composed of five decades of beads, used to count rosary prayers. The use of mother-of-pearl and gilding on metal was common in the manufacture of European rosaries in the 20th century, offering both durability and refined aesthetics.

AFW Reassurance

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