9ct Gold Masonic Orb

A stunning small vintage 9ct gold Masonic Orb pendant in excellent condition. This particular design is also known as a “Masonic Ball” or “Golden Orb.”

This unusual spherical piece is meticulously designed and precisely crafted, unfolding to reveal a cross-shaped pendant when opened. Its unique 3-dimensional design resembles a solid golden ball from the outside, with decorative “arms” hugging the top. Each arm ends in a trefoil pin, which hooks into the surface of the orb. When unpinned and opened, the cross inside is formed by six pyramidal links, each side engraved with traditional Masonic symbols.

Metal: 9ct yellow gold.

Marks: JHW, 375, Birmingham, 1989

Measurements: 22mm x 15mm when closed. 47.4mm x 24mm when open.

Weight: 7.50 grams.

Condition: Very good.