{"product_id":"draft-15","title":"Antique French Mother of Pearl Crucifix with Hallmarked Silver Mounts, Dated 1892","description":"\u003cp\u003eShipping Included \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful antique French crucifix crafted from luminous mother of pearl and fitted with a finely detailed silver corpus, silver reverse panel, and its original INRI plaque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this example especially appealing is the engraved silver panel on the reverse, bearing the initials MLT and the date 26 Mai 1892. Such inscriptions were often added to commemorate a First Communion, Confirmation, or another important religious milestone, creating a direct link to the person who originally owned and treasured the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softly glowing mother of pearl contrasts beautifully with the silver fittings, while the finely detailed corpus is enhanced by a radiant halo behind Christ's head. The simple silver terminal caps and engraved reverse give the crucifix an elegant and understated appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suspension ring bears a French silver hallmark, and the crucifix retains lovely period character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful piece of French Catholic devotional art and a touching survivor from the late nineteenth century. It would make a lovely addition to a collection of religious antiques or a meaningful display piece for the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is good antique condition with gentle age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1892.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.75\"H x 2.25\"W x 0.25\"D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 cm H x 5.7 cm W x 0.6 cm D  Weight 12.06 grams \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage French Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63762060247417,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/8033\/7785\/files\/IMG_9861.jpg?v=1781504495","url":"https:\/\/vintagefrenchtreasures.com\/products\/draft-15","provider":"Vintage French Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}