Crosses have long held the hearts of jewelry lovers for their religious connotations as well as for their simplistic beauty. A cross represents loyalty, devotion and truthfulness and brings to mind the well known phrase "cross my heart." From a religious perspective, a cross represents the gift of ultimate sacrifice.
Our Antique Cross Collection
Topazery's collection of antique crosses and estate crosses are treasures from the attics, closets and jewelry armoires of yesteryear's jewelry lovers. The antique crosses and estate crosses in our e-boutique date from the mid 1800's to today. The quality and beauty of each antique cross and estate cross exhibits the fine workmanship of jewelry craftsman through the ages. In our antique and estate cross gallery, you'll find Maltese crosses, Moravian crosses and crucifixes. Some etched, some engraved and some embedded with diamonds and gemstones, every Topazery antique cross or estate cross radiates divine beauty. Choose a beautiful diamond studded antique cross or estate cross to display your devoutness or select a simpler, but elegantly carved cross to wear every day.
The promise of eternal life shines radiantly in this Victorian Danish antique pearl cross. Made of 14k rose gold, the base of this antique cross has a punched surface for a textured effect. Rounded off into a fleur de lis at the four points, the cross culminates at the center with a starburst flower. A collection of 16 spherical and half spherical pearls are threaded down the middle. This Victorian Danish cross bears a hallmark of the Netherlands. Circa 1900
Meanderingly cut down the center, this filigree and diamond antique cross serves as a reminder of the Savior. Set in 18k yellow gold, this antique cross is topped with a rhodium finish. Twenty-one single cut diamonds accent the filigreed base of this cross. The cutwork and diamonds lead to a square-set old European cut diamond at the center. This diamond centerpiece has a color of H, a clarity of SI1 and a weight of 0.14 carats. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.59 carats. Circa 1930 or later
This contemporary diamond cross has a romantic flavor thanks to its heart design. Constructed of 18k yellow gold, each of the fourteen hearts that form the arms of this contemporary cross is set with a round single cut diamond. The cross is centerpieced with an additional rhomboid set round single cut diamond for a total diamond weight of 0.21 carats. This hand-wrought contemporary diamond cross dates to 1960 or later.
The shining brilliance of this diamond cross in the Art Deco style is an angelic vision straight from heaven. Straight and streamlined with fancy coronet points, this diamond cross is made of platinum. A round full cut diamond centerpieces this Art Deco style cross, with a collection of ten rose and table cut diamonds lending additional radiance. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.12 carats. Circa 1980 or later and in the Art Deco style
Teardrops and pentagons join forces to create this visually stunning Art Deco style diamond cross. Constructed of 18k yellow gold and trimmed in platinum, this curvy and romantic cross is centered with an old style full cut diamond. Five additional rose cut diamonds accentuate the tear-dropped points for a total diamond weight of 0.07 carats. Circa 1990 or later
This lovely Edwardian style sapphire and filigree cross adds a lacy, feminine touch to your neckline. Like a dreamcatcher, the finely detailed filigree work of the platinum-veneered 18k yellow gold base captures your attention and never lets go. Each of this crosss four points is set with a marquise-shaped faceted mixed cut blue sapphire. A collection of old style single, rose and table cut diamonds thread through the filigree. The gemstone weight of this Edwardian style cross is 0.16 carats and the diamond weight is 0.12 carats. Circa 1980 or later
You'll think of morning dew droplets slowly descending from rose petals when you wear this handwrought ruby and diamond cross. The open-weave construction of this platinum clad 18k yellow gold cross with heart-shaped tips is light and airy. This handcrafted cross is centered with a round brilliant cut diamond that is pinwheeeled with four rectangular faceted step cut rubies for a combined gemstone weight of 0.08 carats. A collection of fourteen rose cut diamonds further enhance this cross for a total diamond weight of 0.27 carats. This is a handwrought reproduction ruby and filigree cross in the 1930s style.