Cross Necklaces

Traditional Garnet Cross Necklace ~ Cross Necklace ~ Garnet Necklace ~ Bohemian Garnet Cross

Chain type/length 16" 18" 20" 22" 24"

Which cross? NBJ451D ($146.99) NBJ451F ($146.99) NBJ451D+pearl ($151.99) NBJ451F+pearl ($151.99)

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• Details
  Often referred to as Bohemian garnets, due to the region where they’re mined, these lovely garnets hail from Europe. This cross is created with a nod to the early turn-of-the-century crosses. Dark, beautiful, faceted garnets reflect against a sterling setting. Lovely. Shown here on a 22" chain.
  
  Having recently returned from a European trip, I bring you this piece from the original garnet mines of Czechoslovakia. Earlier made, turn-of-the-century pieces were also made of garnets mined there. This gilded sterling silver garnet cross reminds us of treasured antique garnet necklaces of days gone by... a lovely cross with dark, lovely, faceted garnets. As seen in the photos, the vermeil (which is 14K gold over sterling silver) is much brighter in these new pieces.
  
  I always enjoy knowing the story behind the pieces that I love. Granát is a cooperative in Turnov, a small town founded in 1272 right in the heart of what is called the Bohemian Paradise. The coop was formed 66 years ago when a number of smaller goldsmith shops combined to form a single entity. They now have sole propriety over all garnets mined in the Czech Republic. I love their work and love wearing their pieces. It is said that the garnet was considered to be a talisman and was worn by King David and Medieval warriors into battle...
  
  A central rose cut garnet anchors this piece, around which other smaller rose-cut garnets encircle. The arms of the cross are ended classically, with three garnets finishing each arm, reflecting the Trinity. One of the photos shows the addition of a real pearl on NBJ451C. I can add that bit of whimsy for you too, if you'd like.
  
  The crosses:
  
  NBJ451D
  3/4" x 1 1/4", 1 1/2” -including bale
  Marked 925, 14K gold vermeil, Encircled G for Granat
  Weight: 2.6 grams
  
  NBJ451F
  3/4" x 1", 1 1/4” -including bale
  Marked 925, 14K gold vermeil, Encircled G for Granat
  Weight: 2.1 grams
  
  The chain:
  1.3mm 14 karat gold filled Italian made chain, cut to length and finished in our shop. You pick the length.
  
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