Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver \"Daughters of the King\" Cross Pin Pendant (3.53g)Up for sale is an incredibly rare, historic piece of religious estate jewelry: an official Senior Cross for The Order of the Daughters of the King (DOK), beautifully manufactured and signed by Tiffany & Co. Measuring approximately 1 1/4 inches square, this unique double-functional piece features both a top bail loop to be worn as a necklace pendant, as well as a complete horizontal pin and locking safety clasp on the reverse to be worn over the heart as a brooch.Key Features:
- Official DOK Latin Motto: The face of the striking Greek Fleury cross framework is deeply inscribed in raised relief with: \"Magnanimiter Crucem Sustine\" (Latin for \"With heart, mind, and spirit uphold and bear the cross\").
- Sacred Inscriptions: The center features a stylized \"IHS\" monogram, and the lower vertical beam features the initials \"FHS\" (\"For His Sake\"), the core motto of the Order.
- Rare Tiffany & Co. Hallmark: Unlike standard unbranded issues, the polished reverse of this cross is cleanly stamped with the coveted brand hallmark: \"TIFFANY & CO.\"
- Substantial Estate Weight: Weighs a solid 3.53 grams on a high-precision digital scale.
Condition Details:
This item is in very good vintage pre-owned condition. The sterling silver has a wonderful, authentic natural aged patina in the recessed areas, creating an exceptional three-dimensional pop against the text. The pin stem is entirely straight, and the vintage locking safety clasp functions smoothly and securely. The brand stamp on the reverse is fully crisp and legible. Please see all high-resolution photos for the exact details, scale verification, and condition of this piece.Ships quickly!Thank you for looking!
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