Pendant - 18 kt. Yellow gold
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Selected by Laura Trevino
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Solid 18 carat yellow gold insignia pendant of the Order of Queen Maria Luisa, weighing 27 g, dating to c.1800–1850, in good used condition with some wear to the enamels and no laboratory report.
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Description from the seller
Rare and highly decorative gold insignia of the Order of Queen Maria Luisa, the prestigious Spanish female chivalric order founded in 1792 by Queen Maria Luisa of Parma, consort of King Charles IV of Spain.
The present piece is a large cross / pendant in solid gold, finely crafted and richly decorated with polychrome fired enamels, representing a high-quality example of ceremonial and court jewellery from the 19th to early 20th century.
Description
• Material: solid gold (tested by weight)
• Total weight: approx. 27 grams
• Technique: chiselled and repoussé gold, fired polychrome enamels
• Shape: star-shaped cross with symbolic elements
• Obverse: central enamelled medallion with the crowned “ML” monogram, surrounded by the inscription
Royal Order of Queen Maria Luisa
• Reverse: finely enamelled allegorical female figure surrounded by radiant gold rays, symbolising virtue, honour and protection
• Additional elements: lions and castles (heraldic symbols of the Kingdom of Spain), enamelled laurel wreath and ribbon
• Suspension: upper pendant loop, suitable for wearing or display as a jewel
Condition
Good overall condition, consistent with age and ceremonial use.
There is normal age-related wear to the enamels and gilded surfaces, with no structural damage. Enamels remain well preserved and clearly legible, an important feature for this type of historic insignia.
Historical notes:
The Order of Queen Maria Luisa was reserved exclusively for noblewomen and court ladies and is considered one of the most elegant and refined Spanish chivalric orders. Gold examples with original enamels, especially complete and well-preserved pieces, are today highly sought after by collectors of orders, decorations, historic jewellery and royal memorabilia.
Rare and highly decorative gold insignia of the Order of Queen Maria Luisa, the prestigious Spanish female chivalric order founded in 1792 by Queen Maria Luisa of Parma, consort of King Charles IV of Spain.
The present piece is a large cross / pendant in solid gold, finely crafted and richly decorated with polychrome fired enamels, representing a high-quality example of ceremonial and court jewellery from the 19th to early 20th century.
Description
• Material: solid gold (tested by weight)
• Total weight: approx. 27 grams
• Technique: chiselled and repoussé gold, fired polychrome enamels
• Shape: star-shaped cross with symbolic elements
• Obverse: central enamelled medallion with the crowned “ML” monogram, surrounded by the inscription
Royal Order of Queen Maria Luisa
• Reverse: finely enamelled allegorical female figure surrounded by radiant gold rays, symbolising virtue, honour and protection
• Additional elements: lions and castles (heraldic symbols of the Kingdom of Spain), enamelled laurel wreath and ribbon
• Suspension: upper pendant loop, suitable for wearing or display as a jewel
Condition
Good overall condition, consistent with age and ceremonial use.
There is normal age-related wear to the enamels and gilded surfaces, with no structural damage. Enamels remain well preserved and clearly legible, an important feature for this type of historic insignia.
Historical notes:
The Order of Queen Maria Luisa was reserved exclusively for noblewomen and court ladies and is considered one of the most elegant and refined Spanish chivalric orders. Gold examples with original enamels, especially complete and well-preserved pieces, are today highly sought after by collectors of orders, decorations, historic jewellery and royal memorabilia.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
Estimated period
1800-1850
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
18 kt.
Total weight
27 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
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