Victorian 14k Agate Snake Motif Fob

A lovely banded agate locket from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This beautiful orb-shaped piece is crafted in 10k yellow gold and displays two sides of rich banded agate. The agate fac...

Guilloché is an engraving technique in in which a very precise, intricate pattern is mechanically etched into an underlying material with very fine detail. Most commonly, the Guilloc...

A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself, making it easier for the wa...

This rare mourning locket from the Victorian (ca1875) era is quite a stunning piece! Crafted in vibrant 18k gold, the decorative locket serves as an incredible example of the mourning jewelry tradition. A delicate white pearl is pin-set in a gold 8-pointed star; a classic Victorian motif. The pearl and star rest in the center of a bezel-set piece of banded agate, surrounded by a gold twisted rope-like border around the bezel. The agate and pearl are encompassed by a broad gold boarder heavily adorned with black enamel. The enamel script reads "In memory of" on the four points of the cross. In between the points of the cross, gorgeously enameled flower-like shapes fill in the negative space. The outer edges of the locket also feature spoked gold-shot detail. The locket also boasts an over-sized bail that features the same floral enamel styling that can be seen throughout. The backside of this piece features a single large compartment with a removable glass face with gold frame that likely once held a photo or memento of the deceased. Engraved above the top of the compartment reads "George May, Died 6...

A rare and bewitching example of Victorian symbolism, this antique pendant features a sinuous 18k gold snake coiled protectively around a lustrous banded agate tablet, adorned with a...

Symbolizing eternal love and transformation, this antique serpent pendant (circa 1880) is a bold and enchanting statement piece. Meticulously crafted in 10k gold, the coiled snake fe...

A beautiful and sumptuous antique, Snake necklace. This necklace features a beautiful and highly detailed snake head pendant set with juicy, rich red, Garnet cabochon both to the he...

This rare antique 18kt gold entwined snakes seal fob is simply enchanting! Crafted in rich 18kt yellow gold the top is designed as a pair of entwined and coiled snakes, both with ha...