Outstanding Maltese Cross Circa 1800 Sculpted animal bracelet Georgian jewelry is known for

Georgian jewelry is known for its labor-intensive craftsmanship and metalwork

During these two eras

it transformed into an attractive floral motif engraved into Art Deco jewelry

they were worn

this gorgeous padlock bracelet has that chic je-ne-sais-qoi that padlock bracelets always possess

Outstanding Maltese Cross Circa 1800 Sculpted animal bracelet Georgian jewelry is known forThe Maltese Cross was officially adopted by the Order of the Knights Hospitallers of St. John in 1126. The eight points on the cross denote the eight obligations of the order of St. John, namely to live in truth, have faith, repent ones sins, give proof of humility, love justice be merciful, be sincere and whole hearted, and to endure persecution. From the year 1800, this outrageous maltese cross is one of the most dramatic paste examples Ive ever