Sold Antique 18K, Ruby & Bloodstone Locket Pendant coat of arms This is a true rarity

This is a true rarity

This example is a large brooch with a C clamp fastening

Dimensions: 48mm x 26mm each

we recently acquired this fine example from the mid 19th century in Paris

with a barrel shaped amethyst spinner

Sold Antique 18K, Ruby & Bloodstone Locket Pendant coat of arms This is a true rarityPresenting a wonderful Victorian locket with lots of hidden symbolism! Crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold, it has a large face of carved bloodstone, a pentacle star with a bright pink ruby, and three accent rubies adorning the locket setting. Bloodstone was considered a protective stone for those going into battle. Christians believed that it was linked to Christ, with the smattering of red on green representing the blood that gathered under the