Large Victorian Gold Masonic Orb Pendant belle époque The emblem on the front

The emblem on the front and shoulders is the Cross of Lorraine

Rodin's popularity waned

8cm (including bail)

and dates from the year 1901

Large Victorian Gold Masonic Orb Pendant belle époque The emblem on the frontDATE: Victorian c. 1890 A cool antique Masonic Orb pendant modelled in 9k gold with six blackened silver pyramids inside. The frame holding the ball in place has individually hinged arms a clue to its age with the more recent examples feature a rigid "cage" holding the ball together. These unusual pieces would have been used as a nondescript pocket watch fob, hiding the masonic symbolism from sight (however another mason would presumably instantly