Antique Masonic Orb art nouveau Dating from the latter half

Dating from the latter half of the 18th century

Set with three vibrant golden citrines and six brilliant cut diamonds

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some light facet edge abrasions to the topaz consistent with age and use

Stones: Ruby (0

Antique Masonic Orb art nouveau Dating from the latter halfAntique masonic ball (aka orb or cross) pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th century. These remarkable little oddities come in the form of a sphere with four hinged 'arms' at the top that hold it all together. When removed, the cleverly hinged ball opens out into a cross shape, with six pyramids pointing upwards. Each of the pyramids' faces is then carved with a different masonic symbol: the classic Square and Compass, a skull and