Description:

Rare Gorham 14k Bishops' Pectoral Cross having a centralized round brilliant cut diamond along with four amethyst cabochons and Celtic designs. This cross features a secret compartment to the backside, possibly to carry a shard of bone. This was a custom order likely in first quarter 20th century. This particular Pectoral cross was designed for a Bishop. As noted on page N61 from Gorham 1914 catalog showing special order Bishops' pectoral crosses 'As Bishops' Pectoral Crosses require a high order of artistic treatment, and as they are always made for the special occasions for which they are wanted, we respectfully solicit the privilege of submitting designs and estimates'. This cross measures approx. 4.32 inches in height (including bail and screw release at bottom), 2.67 inches wide and 0.20 inches in depth and 75 grams in weight. The cross is marked on the side with somewhat difficult Gorham mark, 14K and order number XF01.

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  • Condition:
  • Please request a full condition report. All items are sold as-is where-is. With all faults and errors. We are happy to assist with additional photographs, explanations, condition reports, or in person examinations on any piece. Purses are sold with a 100% authenticity guaranteed. Watches may be subject to aftermarket modifications. Designer jewelry is sold as "in the manner of..." unless otherwise stated. Please note, for all invoices over 5000USD we require payment via wire or other certified funds.

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Shipping

Gallery 63 is now offering in house shipping for small goods such as jewelry, unframed art, small items. We will add on a nominal shipping fee for these items. We ship via UPS signature confirmation. Standard domestic rate for jewelry is 22USD. Multiple items can be included if they fit in the box. For items over 5000USD we recommend overnight + insurance which will run more. We ship out daily at 2PM EST. If you item is paid for before 2PM, your item will be sent that day. If payment is made after 2PM, the item(s) will go out the following business day.

For all other pieces, we recommend the following shippers: For smalls goods: Steph Simon- [email protected] 404 966 5011 For larger items/furniture : Craters & Freighters- [email protected] 678 819 5502 Team Worldwide Chris Reker- [email protected] 404 761 2755

For large goods Craters & Freighters 678 819 5502 [email protected]

Team World Wide
Chris Reker 404 761 2755 [email protected]

September 19, 2021 11:00 AM CDT
Atlanta, GA, US

Gallery 63

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $25
$100 $499 $50
$500 $2,499 $100
$2,500 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $24,999 $1,000
$25,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $249,999 $10,000
$250,000 + $25,000