Antique Silver Russian Miniature Filligree Egg Icon Pendant, Maddona & Child

Antique Russian Orthodox silver icon locket in the form of an egg featuring paisely form filigree throughout, surmounted by a cross, and opening to reveal the hand-painted enamel portrait of the Madonna and Child. Includes a custom miniature tripodal stand. Unmarked but tests below sterling. Pendant: 1 3/4" H x 3/4" dia. Overall w/ stand: 2 1/4" H x 1 1/2" dia. 16.4 total grams. Contact us with any questions! *Please Note: Jewelry bearing a metal karat or content mark is not tested further to verify the metal content. Any stated carat weight for gemstones is an approximation based on the measured size within the setting and the known specific gravity of the observed stone.