Victorian Bloodstone & Carnelian Spinner Fob Pendant niello pearls in great condition

pearls in great condition

An hourglass (aka sand timer)

The significance of the key is clear here

the whole clasp

The intaglio is deeply carved to stand out when worn

Victorian Bloodstone & Carnelian Spinner Fob Pendant niello pearls in great conditionDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Large fantastic late Victorian spinner fob with a chunky buckle frame and two hardstone panels: bloodstone and carnelian. It's crafted in 9 karat gold with scroll details, and dates from 1900, confirmed by a full set of Birmingham hallmarks. STONES Bloodstone & Carnelian MEASUREMENTS 3. 4 x 2. 9cm WEIGHT 17. 5g MARKS English hallmarks for 9k gold, Birmingham, 1900 CONDITION Very good, light wear consistent with age. Tiny