Preliminary identification
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Overview
This striking devotional pendant features four multifaceted crystal arms treated with Swarovski's iconic Aurora Borealis (AB) iridescent coating. A detailed, antiqued silver-tone central sunburst mount securely anchors the crystal arms and displays a vibrant square-cut blue rhinestone at its core.
Story
In 1956, Manfred Swarovski partnered with Christian Dior to invent the Aurora Borealis effect, a vaporized metallic coating mimicking the Northern Lights. Here, that shimmering technology transforms a traditional devotional cross.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1895 in Wattens, Austria, by Daniel Swarovski, the company revolutionized precision crystal cutting with patented electric cutting machines. By the mid-20th century, Swarovski crystals were the haute couture standard, collaborating with houses like Dior, Chanel, and Schiaparelli to define luxury costume jewelry.
Condition & Value
The crystal arms appear clean with sharp facets and intact AB coating; no prominent chips or clouding are visible. The antiqued finish on the central mount is well-preserved. Excellent condition supports top-of-range value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.