Masonic "Rosicrucian" pendant in 800 ‰ silver, adorned with imitation stones. We find the mystical pelican piercing its breast to feed its young with its blood (symbol of Christ's sacrifice, self-giving), it is surmounted by a red cross expressing Christ's Passion, the presence of the compass refers to its Masonic influence, the crown set with green stones symbolizes hope. 
French work from the Restoration period (1819-1830), of Masonic inspiration intermingling Christian symbols. 
PB. 19.80 g - D. 8.5 x 5.5 cm 
(one white stone missing)
Live Tuesday 23 June・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 116

Masonic "Rosicrucian" pendant in 800 ‰ silver, adorned with imitation stones. We find the mystical pelican piercing its breast to feed its young with its blood (symbol of Christ's sacrifice, self-giving), it is surmounted by a red cross expressing Christ's Passion, the presence of the compass refers to its Masonic influence, the crown set with green stones symbolizes hope. French work from the Restoration period (1819-1830), of Masonic inspiration intermingling Christian symbols. PB. 19.80 g - D. 8.5 x 5.5 cm (one white stone missing)

Estimate
€300 - €500
Result
€395
Buyer's premium
30%
Masonic "Rosicrucian" pendant in 800 ‰ silver, adorned with imitation stones. We find the mystical pelican piercing its breast to feed its young with its blood (symbol of Christ's sacrifice, self-giving), it is surmounted by a red cross expressing Christ's Passion, the presence of the compass refers to its Masonic influence, the crown set with green stones symbolizes hope. French work from the Restoration period (1819-1830), of Masonic inspiration intermingling Christian symbols. PB. 19.80 g - D. 8.5 x 5.5 cm (one white stone missing)
Sale Tuesday 23 June・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris