{"product_id":"vintage-sterling-silver-st-christopher-pendant-london-1971-fred-manshaw-ltd","title":"Vintage Sterling Silver St Christopher Pendant – London 1971 – Fred Manshaw Ltd","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eA vintage sterling silver St Christopher pendant, hallmarked in London in 1971 and manufactured by Fred Manshaw Ltd. The pendant features a detailed raised depiction of St Christopher carrying the Christ Child across a river, framed by an attractive decorative faceted border. St Christopher is traditionally regarded as the patron saint of travellers, making these pendants both collectible and popular as meaningful gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eThe pendant is well-made with crisp detailing and retains a bright silver finish. Its compact size makes it suitable for wear on a chain as an everyday pendant or as part of a collection of vintage religious jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eFred Manshaw Ltd was a respected Birmingham and London-based manufacturer of silver jewellery and giftware during the mid-20th century. The company produced a wide range of quality sterling silver items, including pendants, charms, religious medals, and commemorative jewellery, many of which remain popular with collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e• Maker: Fred Manshaw Ltd\u003cbr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e• Item: St Christopher Pendant\u003cbr data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e• Hallmarks: London Assay Office\u003cbr data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e• Date Letter: 1971\u003cbr data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver (.925)\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e• Design: Raised St Christopher carrying the Christ Child\u003cbr data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e• Shape: Circular with decorative faceted border\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e• Suspension: Integral suspension loop\u003cbr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e• Religious \/ devotional jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e• Diameter: 22mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e• Weight: 3.84g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e• Excellent vintage condition\u003cbr data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e• Hallmarks remain clear and legible\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e• Good detail to the St Christopher design\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e• Light surface wear consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e• No significant dents, damage, or repairs noted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eA charming vintage sterling silver St Christopher pendant by Fred Manshaw Ltd, fully hallmarked in London for 1971. An attractive example with crisp detailing and classic styling, ideal for collectors of vintage silver jewellery, religious medals, or as a thoughtful travelling keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fred Manshaw Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53166335820043,"sku":"2173","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/B355D3F7-5CE6-47C9-BC01-F1549470C186_1_201_a.jpg?v=1780916182","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-sterling-silver-st-christopher-pendant-london-1971-fred-manshaw-ltd","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}