{"product_id":"antique-solid-silver-sacred-heart-cross-french-religious-pendant-vintage-de-jesus-de-marie-cross","title":"Antique Solid Silver Sacred Heart Cross, French Religious Pendant, Vintage De Jésus De Marie Cross","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAn antique devotional cross, solid and finely engraved with the flaming Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary. It bears the inscription \"DE JÉSUS · DE MARIE\" beneath the words \"SACRÉS CŒURS,\" topped by a sacred heart crowned in flames in gentle relief. Its original bail allows it to be worn as a pendant. A timeless piece of faith, steeped in old French Catholic devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eType: Religious devotional cross pendant\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Antique solid cross, quatrefoil ends, Sacred Heart motif\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Silver\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.7 g\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: height 60 to 63 mm (including bail) \/ width 41 mm — approximately 2.36 to 2.48 in tall \/ 1.61 in wide\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eCondition: good vintage condition, lovely wear patina, engravings and relief clearly legible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe craftsmanship stands out through its solid form with quatrefoil-shaped ends and the fine detail of its relief engravings: the sacred heart, wreathed in chiseled flames, sits at the center of the crossbar, flanked by the words \"DE JÉSUS\" and \"DE MARIE.\" A small stamped star marks the lower arm, while the plain, smooth reverse confirms the piece's solidity. This dual devotion to the Hearts of Jesus and Mary was a widespread motif in French religious silverwork, worn as a pendant or attached to a rosary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt can be worn as a pendant on a simple or more elaborate chain, and equally suits display as a devotional piece or collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis cross will speak to collectors of antique religious jewelry, lovers of French antiques, and anyone seeking a meaningful gift for a baptism, first communion, or confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAuthentic, carefully engraved, and rich in Catholic symbolism, this antique cross pairs historic character with understated elegance — a rare find for anyone who loves jewelry with a soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis antique solid silver Sacred Heart cross of Jesus and Mary captures the spirit of old French religious silverwork: finely engraved and steeped in devotion, it will appeal equally to collectors of antique jewelry and lovers of Catholic pieces rich in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for new arrivals and a closer look at 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":58658420359503,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0632_f3315f67-13cc-4d3b-8c28-81aec49eacaf.jpg?v=1788445184","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/antique-solid-silver-sacred-heart-cross-french-religious-pendant-vintage-de-jesus-de-marie-cross","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}