Bishop's Crosier Circa 1850

A remarkable episcopal crosier shaft in repoussé silver, adorned with numerous cabochons of various colored hardstones. It features a large knot with tracery and angels, and a crosier containing a Virgin and Child in Glory. A magnificent piece of Central European goldsmithing from the mid-19th century.
It bears the silver hallmark 13 löthige (812/1000), used in the Austro-Hungarian Empire from 1806 to 1867.
Dimensions: 68.5 cm. In good condition despite some minor losses.