{"product_id":"19th-century-bavarian-garnet-vermeil-30728","title":"19th Century Bavarian Garnet \u0026 Vermeil Filigree Rosary Complete w.  Large Reliquary Porcelain Enamel Inlay Cross - Exceptional","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll Antique and Vintage Rosaries that I list come from my private collection. They are genuine antiques – older than 100 years – or genuine vintages – from 30 to 100 years old. All are in perfect condition and still very much usable. They are unique and a real pleasure to collect or still use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very rare item in this listing has the following characteristics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Bavarian Catholic 5 decade rosary dating from the mid 19th century. It is made of Vermeil Filigree and natural genuine Garnet stones.\u003cbr\u003e\nVermeil Filigree is which is Sterling filigree Silver Gilded with 18 K Gold.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Gold Gilt on this rosary has been done again before remounting it on a new cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. 9.5 mm average dia. Vintage Garnet round beads for the Ave Marias with an awesome dark red color and beautiful shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. 12 x 13.5 mm Filigree Vermeil Filigree Pater Beads typically Bavarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. A large Vermeil Filigree Bavarian Reliquary cross 60 x42 mm mm with Ceramic inserts on both sides. Please look at the picture closely. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Vermeil separator serrated rings on each bead side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size of the cross as well as the superb design on both sides and perfect condition of the ceramics all contribute to make the whole rosary quite an exceptional item and first collector's choice.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe cross contain s a sealed relic as most Bavarian early rosaries do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Credo Cross typical of the Bavarian Rosaries is also quite large : 30 x 30 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. Total length of the rosary is 43 cm (18.4 in.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will not go over the head to be worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a typical example of the Antique Bavarian Filigree chained Rosaries in 5 decades. What makes ir so special is that it is Gold gilded - plus the gilt has been renewed on all metal parts.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a great and very rare item, in pristine condition to own in a collection as well as use in every-day life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is exceptional as complete and in very nice condition, dating from the mid 19th century - well over 150 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pictures are an intrinsic part of the description. Please use the zoom function\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease do not hesitate to ask any question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI remain at disposal for any further info about Bavarian Rosaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e          ==== FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE ====\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a magnificent item that you will greatly enjoy or that would make a fantastic gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy selling principle is : \" SATISFACTION OR REFUND \" AND IT APPLIES 100 %.\u003cbr\u003e\nI am ready to refund in totality any item sold by me if you are not fully satisfied with your purchase\u003cbr\u003e\nNO QUESTIONS ASKED - NO CONDITIONS\u003cbr\u003e\nBUY WITH COMPLETE CONFIDENCE\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SwanCollection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66422001140061,"sku":"GERGARVER-1","price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/5420\/9117\/files\/il_fullxfull.8819759970_mcvz.jpg?v=1794155231","url":"https:\/\/swancollection.com\/products\/19th-century-bavarian-garnet-vermeil-30728","provider":"SwanCollection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}