{"product_id":"vtg-italy-sterling-silver-vermeil-tau-cross-shield-pendant-clip-291-ar-sicam-spa","title":"Vtg Italy Sterling Silver Vermeil Tau Cross Shield Pendant Clip 291 AR SICAM SpA","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Italian 925 Sterling Silver Vermeil Franciscan Tau Cross Shield Pendant\/ Clip \/ Earring – Hallmarked 291 AR (SICAM SpA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a beautifully preserved, finely crafted piece of vintage Italian religious jewelry made of 925 sterling silver with a vermeil (gold-plated) finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe front features a prominent shield design depicting a Christian cross nested above a traditional Franciscan Tau Cross (T), symbolizing peace and humility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse features a secure, tension-based curved hook mechanism and a small integrated top loop, making it highly versatile for use as a specialized clip, garment fastener, rosary medal attachment, or unique earring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis was most likely used as a Pendant most recently. It has a hoop on the top to easily attach to a chain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Authenticity Diagnostics\u003cbr\u003eThis piece features exceptional, crisp hallmarks that pinpoint its exact historical origin in Arezzo, Italy (the jewelry capital of Tuscany):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e925: Standard international guarantee for solid sterling silver.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ 291 AR: Official post-1968 Italian registry hallmark. 291 is the unique manufacturer code for the renowned industrial metallurgical firm SICAM SpA, and AR represents the province of Arezzo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSICAM SPA: Stamped maker's mark identifying the elite Italian refining and manufacturing house.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: Delicate and highly collectible; measures just under 1 inch (approximately 23 mm) in total height. Please see gallery photos against the grid matrix for precise scale.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, warm patina to the metal. The vermeil finish shows classic age-appropriate character. The tension mechanism remains tight and fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Goods","offers":[{"title":"Gold \/ Pendant","offer_id":44795490697302,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/7320\/7126\/files\/mAJyQjmM_0.jpg?v=1780192065","url":"https:\/\/bcgoodsllc.com\/products\/vtg-italy-sterling-silver-vermeil-tau-cross-shield-pendant-clip-291-ar-sicam-spa","provider":"BC Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}