Vintage 1970s Silver-Tone Byzantine Cross Pendant Green Intaglio Stone Religious

Byzantine cross pendants with a carved stone centre are uncommon — most from this period have plain settings.

A silver-tone cross pendant in the Byzantine style, with embossed foliate decoration across all four arms and a bezel-set dark green intaglio stone at the centre. The carved stone appears to show a cross motif, making the piece doubly symbolic. The back has a hammered cast texture and a maker's stamp in a rectangular cartouche.

No chain is included. The bail is integrated into the left arm of the cross, so the pendant hangs at a slight diagonal — a detail of the design rather than a flaw.

Layers well on a fine silver or oxidised chain, or can be worn alone on a cord. The scale sits well at the collarbone and works for day wear as easily as for occasions where a religious motif is intentional.

Details

• Type: Pendant (cross)
• Era: 1970s–1980s
• Material: Silver-tone metal
• Stone: Dark green carved intaglio cabochon (cross motif)
• Size: To be confirmed — please see batch questions
• Weight: 24 g (item only)
• Marked: Yes — maker's stamp Lisa Paris in rectangular cartouche on reverse (characters partially legible)
• Closure: Bail on left arm — pendant only, no chain included

Condition

Excellent · No chips or damage to stone, all metal surfaces intact, stamped mark clear on reverse.