{"product_id":"antique-silver-vermeil-rosary-hallmarked-coral-beads-19th-century-french-religious-chapelet-with-cross-and-marian-medal-antique-devotional-jewelry","title":"Antique Silver Vermeil Rosary Hallmarked Coral Beads - 19th Century French Religious Chapelet with Cross and Marian Medal - Antique Devotional Jewelry","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn antique devotional rosary crafted entirely in solid silver vermeil, hallmarked on both the cross and the connector. Its fifty-nine coral beads are linked bead by bead on a gilded chain, framing an ornate cross and a Marian medal with a finely engraved portrait. A 19th century piece of devotion, carrying the delicacy and craftsmanship of religious ateliers from another era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType: Religious rosary (chapelet)\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: 19th century\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Solid silver vermeil, coral beads\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Length 34 cm (13.4 in), cross 31 x 20 mm (1.2 x 0.8 in), beads Ø 4 mm\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe cross, with its fleur-de-lys silhouette and finely chased detailing, features a raised Christ figure rendered with real precision, in the classic style of 19th century rosary crosses. The oval medal, also in vermeil, displays a delicate Marian portrait typical of devotional medals from that period. The gilding remains even and beautifully preserved across the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe hallmarks visible on both the cross and the connector confirm the authenticity of this piece's solid silver vermeil, a rare guarantee of quality on a complete antique rosary in such fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis rosary can be worn as a collector's piece, kept as a family devotional heirloom, or displayed alongside other antique religious objects. It will appeal to collectors of antique religious jewelry, lovers of fine antique silverwork, and anyone searching for a gift rich in meaning and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAuthentic, hallmarked, and preserved in remarkable condition for its age, this silver vermeil and coral rosary is a rare piece that has crossed generations without losing its shine or its symbolic value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis antique solid silver vermeil rosary with coral beads brings together authenticity, fine craftsmanship, and the symbolic weight of another century - a devotional and collector's piece that is both rare and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for a first look at new arrivals and closer photos of each piece: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58562406973775,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0641_14945324-4faf-4428-9ca2-a21a9de19ad3.jpg?v=1787666929","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/antique-silver-vermeil-rosary-hallmarked-coral-beads-19th-century-french-religious-chapelet-with-cross-and-marian-medal-antique-devotional-jewelry","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}