Georgian Fob Pendant on Split Ring pietra dura cross professionally tested with X-ray fluorescence

professionally tested with X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis and jeweler’s acid testing to confirm its gold purity

It weighs 13

the two smallest turquoise cabochons are later replacements (visible under magnification)

the brooch offers an intimate scale that makes it as wearable today as it was over two centuries ago

Our jeweler expertly transformed the piece by removing the tack backing and riveting the pharaoh onto a polished onyx plaque

Georgian Fob Pendant on Split Ring pietra dura cross professionally tested with X-ray fluorescenceThis Georgian era pendant (circa 1780 1800) features a split band of 18k gold with three unique fobs. One fob is 14k with 18k gold floral appliques with a bloodstone seal that reads "Mary." The other two are gold cased. One of the gold cased fobs has a seal with an amethyst intaglio of a turtle and the phrase 'Excuse haste'. The other is carnelian with an intaglio heart and the phrase 'You merit it'. The pendant measures 2. 1 inches from the top of