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Details
A 19th century gold and enamel "Dagmar Cross" pendant
one side representing the crucifixion of Christ, the other various saints with blue enamel decoration, circa 1870, in a fitted case.
one side representing the crucifixion of Christ, the other various saints with blue enamel decoration, circa 1870, in a fitted case.
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Further details
The original Dagmar Cross, the Byzantine relic of the True Cross, was discovered in the tomb of the Consort of Waldemar II of Denmark, Queen Dagmar, who was buried in Ringsted Cathedral in 1212. It was popularised in the 19th century when a copy was given as a wedding gift from the King of Denmark to Princess Alexandra, the wife of the future Edward VII, in 1863.
C.f. S Bury, Jewellery 1789-1910 volume II 1862-1910 (1991) p.501 and plate 265 for further information on the Dagmar Cross.
C.f. S Bury, Jewellery 1789-1910 volume II 1862-1910 (1991) p.501 and plate 265 for further information on the Dagmar Cross.