Victorian Fob & Watch Key Pendant gemstone-sardonyx

Victorian Fob & Watch Key Pendant gemstone-sardonyxAn elegant early Victorian bloodstone fob, together with a bloodstone and paste watch key, both suspended from an intricately engraved split ring. This delicate set is ready to wear as a pendant. Original and dynamic, both the fob and the watch key were purposeful objects. The bloodstone seal intaglio depicts an envelope under 'REPLY' and would have sealed a letter, perhaps marking the correspondence as a response. The swivel watch key is set with a

a bond that cannot be broken

before falling into obscurity with the advent of daguerreotype and photography

A sparkling late Victorian fob set with a bright and clear citrine stone in the shape of a shield

This small but evocative 9ct gold filled seal fob features ornate chased decoration and holds a dark agate intaglio base

The compass fob bears hallmarks for Birmingham

The locket opens to reveal a small portrait window inlaid with a piece of silk

A substantial ring in 9ct gold

which dates back as far at the 16th century

Citrine has long been regarded as a talisman of prosperity and protection

Featuring a stunning Phoenix bird design in the stone which symbolises immortality

now a striking pendant

The detail includes vibrant turquoise stones