Outstanding Maltese Cross Circa 1800 Sculpted animal bracelet During these two eras

During these two eras

It was believed that the Vatican chose Castelliani not just for his talents

The era we now know as “Art Deco” received its moniker from the Exposition International des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes

While it may seem an innovative

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

Outstanding Maltese Cross Circa 1800 Sculpted animal bracelet During these two erasThe 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