Mid-Victorian Onyx Shield Intaglio Mourning Pendant demantoid garnet The carving

The carving

and through into the Renaissance era

that contrasts nicely with the yellow gold of the band

30ct (calculated)

and features elongated diamond-shaped bar links separated by chains of blecher links

Mid-Victorian Onyx Shield Intaglio Mourning Pendant demantoid garnet The carvingDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 An elegant antique memorial fob pendant dating from the mid 19th century, circa 1860. A central onyx panel, featuring a white shield with halo or crown above, with a tightly woven lock of hair set within an engraved and scalloped border. Crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. STONES Onyx Panel MEASUREMENTS 2. 2 x 1. 6cm WEIGHT 3. 0g MARKS No marks present, tests as 15k gold CONDITION Very good, light general wear commensurate