14k Gold Italian 500 Lire Coin Pendant. Pinta, Nina + Santa Maria Ships

For sale is a 500-lire Italian coin pendant framed in 14k yellow gold. This coin features the bust of a woman on one side and on the other, Christopher Columbus' three ships: the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. The woman, dressed in Renaissance garb, is a replica of the Pisanello Medaglia di Cecilia, a medal created during the Renaissance era. She is surrounded by 19 shields representing the states of Italy and the name of the engraver, Pietro Giampaoli. The three ships are sailing on the ocean, above them the words "Republica Italiana" and below them are stamped the coin's value, the mint mark, and the name of the coin's designer, Guido Veroi.

This rare pendant is a fine silver coin set in a 14k gold bezel frame. The bezel holds the coin securely on all sides. The frame has an elaborate flourish decoration at the top. There is a large, articulated bail to accommodate your chain. This large pendant can be worn by a man or woman. The coin is oriented so the woman sits upright, but you could easily reorient the coin so that the ships are facing upward. A lovely memento of a trip of Italy or perfect for those with Italian heritage!

The item shows normal wear for a pre-owned piece (light scratches, dings, dents and scuff marks.)   

Jeannie & Trevor