Antique Sword Brooch Fine Beads
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Antique silver brooch (hallmark: boar's head) representing a sword adorned with the Latin inscription "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES" for "by this sign, you will conquer", surmounted by a white enameled fleur-de-lys, surrounded by blue enamel and three fine button pearls (diameter approx. 4.9 mm).
Pearls accompanied by a certificate from the LFG (Laboratoire Français de Gemmologie) specifying fine seawater pearls with no indication of treatment.
French work from the late 19th century, Neo-Gothic style, by the Parisian jeweler Victor Dudiez (poinçon de maître).
Gross weight: 6.12 g
Height: 5.70 cm
Width: 2.50 cm
Condition: slight oxidation and micro-scratches on gold, silver, enamel and pearl parts, see photos.
The sword: a characteristic theme of neo-gothic jewelry 19th-century jewelry inspired by the Middle Ages.
In hoc signo vinces means "by this sign you will conquer". It's a famous Latin expression dating back to theRoman emperor Constantine: in 312, during the battle of the Milvian Bridge, he is said to have had a vision: this expression mysteriously appeared to him in the sky, accompanied by the chrism (six-pointed cross). The sign referred to in this expression is the chrism, a form of Christian cross.
👁️ Jewellery selected with care and love
14 days to exchange or return your items
❤️ 1 year warranty
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🚀 Express delivery quote on request
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All our jewellery is sold with a new case, unless otherwise stated.
All our pendants are sold without chain, unless otherwise stated.
FAQ
The authenticity of Galerie Pénélope's antique jewellery?
All our items are guaranteed authentic, appraised and chosen for you by Camille, our gemmologist, graduate of the GIA (Graduate Gemologist), the HRD (Diamond Grader) and the ING (State Certified Gemmologist).
All our jewelry comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Can I try on a piece of jewellery before I buy it?
Galerie Pénélope offers a fitting service in its Parisian office located at the foot of the Sacré-Coeur. For more information, go to the contact us section.
Are the jewels of the Penelope Gallery guaranteed?
All our jewellery is guaranteed for a period of one year from the date on your invoice. We will repair free of charge any manufacturing or other defect, provided that this defect is not related to the use made by the customer, nor to natural wear.
Can I change the size of a Penelope Gallery ring?
For any purchase, Galerie Pénélope offers you the possibility to change the size of your ring up to 5 sizes bigger or smaller (subject to feasibility).
If your ring requires an adjustment of more than 5 sizes, please contact us for a quote.
Shipping & Returns
What are the delivery costs?
Standard delivery is offered.
Tracked shipment against signature with insurance.
Express delivery costs on quotation.
To which country can I have my order delivered?
Galerie Pénélope ships its products to France, the member countries of the European Union and everywhere else in the world.
What are the delivery times?
Galerie Pénélope makes sure that your order is delivered as soon as possible. Therefore, we provide you with these estimated delivery times as an indication:
France: 1-3 working days
Europe (excluding France): 3-5 working days
North America, Asia, Australia, Africa, Other: 5-10 working days