Saint-esprit Pendant Necklace, Norman Sterling Silver, With Rhinestone And Dove Design, 19th Century

A "Holy Spirit" necklace, a finely chased solid silver pendant and chain (hallmarked with a boar's head) set with rhinestones, depicting a dove holding a sheaf of flowers around its head, surmounted by a knot. Norman work, 19th century. This necklace is in good condition and of high quality. Hallmarked (see photos). Note: clasp missing, one small stone missing in the upper left corner (see red arrow), micro-scratches and slight wear consistent with age (see photos). * The Norman Holy Spirit consists of a dove and a knot with a rhinestone. A sheaf of flowers sometimes crowned the bird's head, or it might be surrounded by bunches of grapes which it was pecking at. Large rhinestone crosses superseded other types of crosses in the 19th century. Dimensions: Cross - Height 6 cm / Width 3 cm; Total length with attachments 21 cm / Chain 16 cm. Reference: B00 459. All photos are available at: www.antiques-delaval.com