Rosary - .800 silver - 1900-1910 - Bohemian glass

Ancient rosary in solid silver (triple boar head hallmark) with garnet-colored faceted glass beads – Medal signed Louis Tricard – France, circa 1900

Description:
Magnificent antique Catholic rosary in Art Nouveau style, made in France (Paris) at the end of the 19th century or the beginning of the 20th century (circa 1895–1920).

Materials and hallmarks:
• Setting: Entirely in solid silver (minimum fineness 800/1000).
• Hallmarks: French boar head hallmark to guarantee Paris for small works in silver, accompanied by a diamond-shaped master’s mark with the initials “A. S”, visible on the bails of the cross and the medal, as well as an additional guarantee mark directly on a chain link next to the heart (attesting that the entire setting and chain are original solid silver).
• Beads: 59 full grains of deep garnet red, faceted glass (Bohemian glass), mounted on a solid silver chain with links.

Iconographic details:
• Crucifix: Cross adorned with plant scrolls typical of the 1900 era, featuring a radiant glory at the intersection of the branches and the inscription “INRI.” Plain back.
• Central medal (heart): Veiled profile of the Virgin Mary surrounded by lily stems and a Latin inscription. The work is signed at the base of the bust “L. TRICARD” (for Louis Tricard, famous French engraver-medallist active around 1900). Plain back.

Dimensions and weight:
• Total length (folded): 37 cm
• Gross total weight: 20.2 grams

Condition:
Good overall condition for its age. The rosary is complete with all beads and original links, without missing parts or breaks. Beautiful antique patina of solid silver. Photos are an integral part of the description (macroscopic views of the hallmarks on the cross, the medal, and the link, as well as the signature).

Shipping:
Fast, careful shipping with tracking number.