*Victorian 1880 British Fob seal pendant-charm in 14 kt yellow gold with carved in agate
Agate pendant charm from the Victorian Period (1840-1901).
Very cute piece made in the United Kingdom during the Victorian Era, circa 1880's. it was carefully carved in a hexagonal shape from a single piece of natural brownish translucent agate. Is suited on top with a flexible bale, made of 14 karats yellow gold to hang into a chain necklace or a charm's bracelet.
The seal is engraved as a Crest, with a Coat of Arms and the monogram initials, BP with a rampant lion on top.
Has a total weight of 6.22 grams and the three-dimensional measures are 21 mm by 16 mm by 35 mm (0.82 x 0.62 x 1.38 inches).
The Victorian, era is one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night.
The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began.
The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.
It is in perfect condition with no chips or broken parts.
INVENTORY REF: P0000ANNH/.1111