{"title":"Victorian (1837-1901)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1874-enamelled-chilean-peso-brooch","title":"1874 Chilean Peso Brooch","description":"Interesting antique coin brooch (numismatic) crafted from an 1874 Chilean peso that's been re-finished in colourful enamel. Enamelled coins were a thing in the 19th century - inspired by the Victorians' love of the novel and the unusual. You see loads of English ones around the antiques fairs and markets (often with the classic Saint George \u0026amp; Dragon scene) but I've never seen a peso before. Queen Victoria's golden jubilee year, 1887, became known as \"the magic year of enamelling\" on account of the volume of coins produced to celebrate her 50th year as monarch. From an article on worldcollectorsnet.com: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The majority of enamelled coins are based on the existing design of the original coin. The first task in the production process was to take out all the background of the coin, leaving the letters and pattern in. In some cases the letters and design were even removed. The enamel was then applied in layers, fired and then ground down to enable the colours to come through in varying shades. This process was often done in more than one stage to enable the intricate colours and painted effect to be perfected.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI'm not sure exactly why I'm so taken by this one... it's unusual for sure, and the subject rather striking. The enamelled obverse features an \"Andean condor with a claw on the shield and the date below\" along with the words POR LA RAZON O LA FUERZA, or \"By Reason or Force\" and the reverse, with brooch fittings and a pendant loop, \"Escutcheon above laurel wreath, ostrich feathers above and the denomination at the bottom\". Crafted in .900 grade silver. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra: Victorian circa 1874\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: 38mm by 38mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Great antique condition","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45136010412344,"sku":"LO837","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/1874-chilean-peso-brooch-218773.jpg?v=1686785943"},{"product_id":"neoclassical-flora-lava-cameo-brooch","title":"Neoclassical \"Flora\" Lava Cameo Brooch","description":"An exceptional 19th century neoclassical cameo brooch depicting Flora, carved in high relief from a single piece of Vesuvian lava. Flora, the Roman goddess of Flowers, was a nymph until Zephyr - the wind - fell in love with her and made her 'mistress of the flowers'. She symbolises spring, new life, regeneration, and hope, and her festival, the Florinalia, was celebrated from 28th April to 3rd May each year. The cameo is mounted in 9ct yellow gold with gorgeous hand-engraved border designs, purchased as a souvenir by some adventurous 'Grand Tourer' on the Italian leg of their trip, before being mounted by and English goldsmith on their return home to England. Circa 1860. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra: Victorian circa 1860\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: 5.3cm by 45.cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStone: Lava\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarks: 9c stamp (9ct gold). AJ maker's mark\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Great antique condition. A few small chips to the cameo edge.","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45236255523128,"sku":"LO1000","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/neoclassical-flora-lava-cameo-brooch-764256.jpg?v=1686786233"},{"product_id":"victorian-first-triumvirate-cameo-brooch","title":"Victorian \"First Triumvirate\" Cameo Brooch","description":"A Grand Tour cameo brooch carved to depict the first Roman triumvirate: Julius Caesar, Pompey Magnus, and Marcus Crassus. The trio are carved in high relief wearing laurel wreaths, their busts in white over the orangish-brown band of a bull's tongue shell - mounted in black glass and an ornate 9ct rose gold border. The reverse features a glass locket compartment. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe first Roman triumvirate was a political alliance formed in 60 BC between three prominent Roman politicians: Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Marcus Crassus. The purpose of the triumvirate was to consolidate their power and influence in Roman politics, as well as to advance their own personal agendas. They split the empire into three sections: Caesar kept Gaul, Pompey took Hispania, and Crassus Syria. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJulius Caesar, having just returned from his conquests in Gaul, was popular amongst the people, but lacked the gravitas to realise his political ambitions. Pompey was a celebrated military leader, famous for his campaigns against Sertorius, Mithridates, and the Cilician Pirates, and had already served as consul. Marcus Crassus was a wealthy businessman and politician who had also served as consul previously and was looking to increase his... well wealth, mainly. He did also defeat the infamous Spartacus, in fairness.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTogether, the triumvirs formed a powerful political bloc that dominated Roman politics for several years. Although they pretty much hated each other's guts, they saw an opportunity for mutual progression, and used their combined influence to pass legislation favourable to their interests. Pompey and Crassus were often at odds with each other, and Caesar's rising popularity and ambition eventually led to his break with Pompey and the outbreak of civil war - ultimately leading to the dissolution of the Republic, the assassination of Caesar, and the rise of Augustus as the first Roman emperor. Crassus had already, by this point, got himself killed on a grossly miscalculated march against the Parthians. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian circa 1860\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 3.2cm by 2.8cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStone: Shell cameo\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarks: Stamped 9ct\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition. Some chips to the glass cameo mount.","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45355628167480,"sku":"LO1016","price":800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/victorian-first-triumvirate-cameo-brooch-628802.jpg?v=1686786236"},{"product_id":"victorian-kingfisher-brooch","title":"Victorian Kingfisher Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Victorian brooch depicting that most illusive and enchanting of British birds, the kingfisher. On the handful of occasions that I've ever seen one - and I was lucky enough to grow up on the banks of a river - it was just an electric blue bolt shooting across my line of sight. This one's perched on a stump at the edge of the water, poised and ready to strike - rendered in hand-painted enamel with a shimmering pastel-coloured background. It's built in sterling silver with English hallmarks and an elegant, openworked scroll border. English, circa 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 3.5cm by 2.8cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, Birmingham, Sterling Silver (date letter unclear)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45454091878712,"sku":"LO924","price":300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/victorian-kingfisher-brooch-286113.jpg?v=1687583398"},{"product_id":"victorian-mizpah-cross-pendant","title":"Victorian MIZPAH Cross Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharming antique cross pendant dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880. It features the word MIZPAH alongside four applied gold passiflora flowers. The three symbols each represent faith: the cross for Christian faith; the Passion Flower, per the \u003cem\u003eLanguage of Flowers\u003c\/em\u003e means faith; and the Mizpah for faithfulness. Crafted in 9 carat gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIZPAH, as a motif, was often employed in jewellery of this era. Pieces were exchanged as a token of faithfulness and protection, usually between two parties estranged by strife or distance. It's a Hebrew word, translating to English as \"watchtower\" - from the Old Testament, \"t\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehe Lord watch between thee and me when we are absent one from another,\" it represents a bond between two people under the eyes of God. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 2.8cm by 1.7cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarks: Stamped 9 CARAT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47016542732600,"sku":"LO1292","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/victorian-mizpah-cross-pendant-572869.jpg?v=1696031448"},{"product_id":"victorian-micromosaic-shamrocks-brooch","title":"Victorian Micromosaic Shamrocks Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual, and rather charming, little micromosaic brooch dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. It's formed as two shamrocks, coloured with green and yellow leaf-shaped tesserae. The three leaves of a shamrock are said to stand for hope, faith, and love - the illusive fourth, is where we find good luck. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 2.5cm by 1.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as base metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47016743993656,"sku":"LO1267","price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/victorian-micromosaic-shamrocks-brooch-740983.jpg?v=1696031448"},{"product_id":"victorian-paris-cameo-ring","title":"Victorian Paris Cameo Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe legend of the Trojan War has remained lodged in our imaginations for thousands of years. The events supposedly unfolded in the mortal realm as a direct result of a quarrel between Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite - indeed, the ancients believed the fall of Troy marked the end of the mythical age and the beginning of the historical age, and quite how much truth is contained within the stories has been as source of great debate amongst contemporary historians. The names of the key players - Helen and Paris, Hector and Achilles, Agamemnon and Priam - as well as the key events - launching 1000 ships, the Trojan Horse, the death of Achilles, etc. - remain well known to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCool antique cameo ring depicting the Paris, prince of Troy and son of Priam and Hecuba, who's elopement with Helen sparked the Trojan War. Paris, also known as Alexandros (\u003cem\u003eDefender\u003c\/em\u003e, in Greek) is depicted here wearing a Phrygian cap, a type of conical headgear sported - in antiquity - by the inhabitants Anatolia, including the Trojans and the Phrygians (although in more modern times, the cap became associated with liberty and freedom, through the American and French revolutions). A dream regarding his birth was interpreted as an evil portent, so Paris was cast out by his parents as a baby. He was nursed by a bear, and raised as a shepherd (unbeknownst to his parents, who had presumed him dead). Kind Priam, his father, accepted Paris back into the family after he defeated his brothers in a boxing tournament and his true identity was revealed. While still a shepherd, Paris was chosen, by Zeus, to decide which of the three goddesses, Hera, Athena, or Aphrodite, was most beautiful. He rejected bribes from Hera and Athena - kingly power and military might, respectively - before accepting Aphrodite's promise to match him up with the most beautiful moral woman: Helen or Troy. The rest, as they say, is history (or, probably more likely, myth). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cameo is crafted in silver and the detail is excellent, with Paris rendered in profile looking to the right. It's mounted in a 9ct gold ring with twisted detailing around the band and simple split shoulders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead size: 1.6cm by 1.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: R 1\/2 or 8.75 US. Resizable for £35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Stamped 9ct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition. Cameo may pre-date the ring mount by a few decades\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47084773966136,"sku":"LO1286","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/victorian-paris-cameo-ring-104779.jpg?v=1696445458"},{"product_id":"late-victorian-gunmetal-chatelaine","title":"Late Victorian Gunmetal Chatelaine","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn excellent antique chatelaine complete with three appendages: a triple pencil with three retractable coloured ends, an aide memoire (or carnet du bal, dance card), and a black and red double pencil. The piece is build in gunmetal with gold plated accents turquoise studs. The colours of the pencils denoted by coloured paste gemstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA chatelaine is a decorative belt hook worn at the waist with a series of chains hanging from it, each one ready to attach some useful household tool: watches, thimbles, keys, scissors, powder compacts, coin purses, smelling salts, etc. Women in ancient Rome wore them, with ear scoops, tweezers, and nail cleaners, and the remnants of chatelaine bags have been found amongst the grave-goods of 7th and 8th century Anglo Saxon burials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term itself derives from the French word for the mistress of the chateau, who would suspend the keys of the house from her belt. A tradition that continued, and was taken to the extreme, during the course of the 19th century: the woman in charge of the various keys to desks, chests, drawers, pantries, cabinets, storage boxes, etc. was known as \"the woman of the household\", and held total authority over who had access to what, charged with directing the servants, housemaids, cooks and delivery servicemen, and safeguarding the valuables of the household. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIn this case, the main object is an aide memoire - a little notepad with paper leaves featuring gilded edges for making notes, keeping lists, secret love letters, or, potentially, to be used as a carnet du bal so would-be suitors can book themselves in for a dance. It dangles, along with the two pencils, from a thick wire-work heart comprising two scroll motifs and a ball at the top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAide Memoire: 7.3cm by 3.6cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eChains: 11cm, 6cm, and 4.5cm (including dog clips)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eClip: 4.6cm by 2.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eStones: Turquoise and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/articles\/paste-gemstones-junk-or-jewels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epaste\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMarks: ENGL PAT 8771 (patent number)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCondition: Good antique condition. The pencils all have their original lead, and the notepad has around half of its original leaves. Light wear consistent with age including some minor scuffs and scratches, wear to the gold plating, etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47087528149304,"sku":"LO1294","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/products\/late-victorian-gunmetal-chatelaine-818326.jpg?v=1697605254"},{"product_id":"early-victorian-paste-cluster-ring","title":"Early Victorian Oversized Cluster Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gigantic, oversized round cluster ring dating from the early Victorian period, circa 1850. The head is set with bright, glistening white paste gemstones, and features an elegant openworked middle section, surrounded by a gem-set halo and a large, old cut central stone in a \u003cem\u003epie crust\u003c\/em\u003e setting. Built in 9 carat gold and silver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1850\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: P or 7.75 US. Resizable for £35\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead size: 25.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/articles\/paste-gemstones-junk-or-jewels\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaste Gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: No marks present, tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, stones remain nice and bright. Some wear to the table facet edges consistent with age and use\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087074308408,"sku":"LO1562","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/early-victorian-oversized-cluster-ring-566023.jpg?v=1711759605"},{"product_id":"victorian-urn-mourning-ring","title":"Victorian Urn Mourning Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fantastic Victorian memorial ring built around a hardstone cameo urn. A halo of pearls borders the cameo with a glass locket compartment concealed behind the head (designed to be worn against the skin) complete with lock of hair. An inscription inside the band reads: \"R Madgett. Obt 10th May 1871. Aet 48\", giving us some context around the ring's history: it was made to commemorate the death of R Madgett on the 10th of May 1871 at age 48, likely given to a close friend or relative as part of his estate. A clear set of London hallmarks warrant the gold at 18 carat, and match to the date on the inscription. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI found two possible candidates for R Madgett: One is Robert Madgett of Norwich, a shoemaker who's children - Eliza, Betsy, and Julia - are referenced in the Baptism records of St Stephen's church; or, seemingly more likely, is Robert Madgett of 57 York Road in Lambeth, London, who is recorded to have been the Licensed Victualler (aka landlord) of the Duke of York pub. He appears at the address of the Duke of York in the 1871 census (captured on April 2nd) along with his wife, daughter, two bar staff and a domestic servant, but is notably absent from the 1874 'Licensed Victualler \u0026amp; Hoteliers Directory' records (although his wife remains listed as the proprietor). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: R or 8.5 US. Resizable for £55 (hallmarks may be disturbed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 13.6mm by 12.1mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Agate Hardstone and Pearl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: English, London, 18ct Gold, 1871\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, the locket glass is cracked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":48845900644664,"sku":"LO1832","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":48845900677432,"sku":"LO1833","price":1455.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-urn-mourning-ring-375366.jpg?v=1718459412"},{"product_id":"victorian-lost-owl-brooch","title":"Victorian Lost Owl Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable antique owl brooch dating from the mid-Victorian period, circa 1870. The face is pavé-set with vivid blood-red bohemian garnets, with two-tone glass eyes and golden beak. The stones are reminiscent of glistening pomegranite seeds, and the owl is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(of course) a representation of wisdom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 3.5cm by 3.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStone: Garnet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None present, tested as 'garnet gold' (.333 fineness) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Good antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49098631446840,"sku":"LO1875","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-lost-owl-brooch-567121.jpg?v=1723287051"},{"product_id":"victorian-chalcedony-cross-pendant","title":"Victorian Chalcedony Cross Pendant","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEthereal antique cross pendant dating from the Victorian era, circa 1870. The cross is carved from a single piece of white chalcedony, translucent and appearing to take on a faint, milky glow in certain lighting, with bevelled edges and very subtly tapered arms. It hangs from a short length of gold chain attached to a simple gold cap at the top of the cross. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize with chain: 7.7cm by 2.9cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize without chain: 5.1cm by 2.9cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Chalcedony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49500625436984,"sku":"LO2036","price":385.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-chalcedony-cross-pendant-278544.jpg?v=1733533589"},{"product_id":"egyptian-revival-scarab-swivel-ring-1","title":"Egyptian Revival Scarab Swivel Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn archaeological revival scarab swivel ring dating from the Victorian period, circa 1880. These rings are more-or-less identical copies of ancient counterparts found sealed in the tombs of the Valley of Kings in Luxor, Egypt - made during a wave of Egyptomania that swept over Victorian high society. The head swivels a full 360 degrees, meaning it can be worn to display either the scarab's back or the cartouche seal which would have been used to create wax or clay imprints. Crafted in 18 carat gold with gold wire wrapped tightly around the shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scarab is made of \"faience\" and has the most wonderful turquoise-blue glazed finish. It's a type of ceramic material that's been produced in Egypt for many thousands of years, and was thought to hold magical properties of fertility, renewal, and rebirth. It's created from powdered quartz (silica, probably literally sand) mixed with various alkaline salts, small amounts of lime, and a metallic colourant (often sodium and calcium).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRing size: K 1\/2 or 5.5 US. 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A fascinating blood agate pebble, polished to a rough pear\/tear-drop shape, holds within a multitude of shapes, colours, and forms: vivid red splashes over a milky, translucent white body, along with moss-green 'dentrites' that run through it like veins. It hangs from a simple, pointed gold bail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize: 4.1cm (including bail) by 2.0cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStone: Blood Agate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None, bail tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49619724468536,"sku":"LO2109","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-blood-agate-pendant-480558.jpg?v=1737147219"},{"product_id":"roman-theseus-intaglio-signet-ring","title":"Roman Theseus Intaglio Signet Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eTheseus, in Greek mythology, was the son of Aethra and Aegeus,* one of the primordial kings of Athens. He was raised in his mother's land, Troezen, but upon discovering his connection to Aegeus, Theseus made the long and dangerous journey to Athens on foot, through the Saronic Gulf where he would encounter a string of six entrances to the Underworld - more commonly known as the Six Labours - each being guarded by a chthonic enemy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most famous event in Theseus's legend took place on Crete, the Island home of the Minotaur. A monstrous creature, half man and half bull, the Minotaur was imprisoned in Daedalus's Labyrinth in the court of King Minos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis carnelian intaglio dates from imperial Rome, and it depicts Theseus, naked but for a crested helmet, shield and sword. Possibly a souvenir picked up by a Roman \u003cem\u003etourist\u003c\/em\u003e on \u003cem\u003eholiday\u003c\/em\u003e in Greece. It's mounted in a heavy, 18 carat gold Victorian signet ring that's weighty and substantial on the finger. Indeed, it has been so loved over the past 140ish years that the original shank has been replaced, presumably worn right through (and I can relate, I've had this on every day since we sourced it).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e*but, somewhat confusingly, Poseidon was also involved: \u003cem\u003e\"following the instructions of Athena in a dream, Aethra left the sleeping Aegeus and waded across to the island of Sphairia that lay close to Troezen's shore. There, she poured a libation to Sphairos (Pelops's charioteer) and Poseidon and was possessed by the sea god in the night. The mix gave Theseus a combination of divine as well as mortal characteristics in his nature; such double paternity, with one immortal and one mortal, was a familiar feature of other Greek heroes.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Ring is Victorian, circa 1880. Intaglio is Roman, circa 2nd Century AD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRing size: U 1\/2 or 10.25 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eHead size: 18.4mm by 15.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStone: Carnelian Agate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None. 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The title page (if you can read it!) states:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\"Comprising: Besides the ordinary and newest words in the language, short explanations of a large number of scientific, philosophical, literary, and technical terms\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerfect for your favourite lexicologist (or logophile), an utterly remarkable miniature pocket English Dictionary complete with silver case by Sampson Mordan \u0026amp; Co. The tiny leather bound book does indeed contain an alphabetical list of English words alongside short descriptions of their meaning, and the case features a magnifying glass in the lid which helps read them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, 1893\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize: 3.5cm by 2.3cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: English, London, Sterling Silver, 1893, S.M \u0026amp; Co Maker's Mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, the glass lens is cracked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49707246420280,"sku":"LO2177","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-miniature-pocket-dictionary-814797.jpg?v=1739616478"},{"product_id":"victorian-crescent-moon-brooch","title":"Victorian Crescent Moon Brooch","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSublime Victorian crescent moon brooch dating from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1880. The crescent has a thin, shallow profile and it's liberally set with gemstones: turquoise, diamonds, and pearls suspended between ribbon-like swags beneath. Each of the three main turquoise stones are set into square 'compartments', the rosy hue of the gold complementing their colour beautifully. Indeed, whomever made this brooch was so please with how it turned out that they decided to register the design. It's crafted in 15 carat rose gold and silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe crescent is a potent, ancient symbol usually used to represent the moon but not necessarily a particular lunar phase. When it is (used to denote a lunar phase), the waxing first quarter is referred to as \"crescent\" or \"increscent\", and the waning final quarter as \"decrescent\". The word, crescent, comes from the Latin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ecrescere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e meaning \"to grow\". In alchemy, the crescent represents silver, the precious metal, on account of the moon's silvery glow, and the astrological use of the crescent can be traced back to early classical Greek horoscopes. Through Ishtar and Artemis-Diana, there is a strong and ancient link to the divine feminine (mirrored by the sun representing the male principle) and the crescent is often placed with the two points upwards on the crown of the head - like 'horns'. 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It's crafted in 18 carat gold with elegant scrolled detailing to the gallery on each side of the head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRing size: P or 7.75 US. 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In their short 35 years, operating between 1880 and 1915, Child and Child established themselves as one of Englands leading jewellery houses with Royal patrons that included Queen Victoria, King Edward VII and King George V (no less); they were ultimately awarded a Royal Warrant by Queen Alexandra in the early 20th century. Best known today for their silver and enamel works in the Art and Crafts style, their early output focused around the medieval and Renaissance revivals as well as more traditional 19th century designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis brooch, a rare early example, is crafted in silver and festooned with glowing green cabochons of chrysoprase. 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Tiresias either separated the serpents, or wounded them, or killed the female. Whichever was the case, the result of his intervention was that he became a woman. Some years later, walking by the same spot, he [or she?] again saw the serpents mating. He intervened in the same way and regained his former sex. This incident made him famous, and one day when Hera and Zeus were quarreling over whether the man or the woman experienced the greater pleasure in love-makingm they decided to consult Tiresias, the only individual to have experienced both. Tiresias said that if the enjoyment of love was constituted out of ten parts, the woman possessed nine and the man one. Hera was so furious that she struck Tiresias blind. 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Shakudō (赤銅) is a Japanese mixed-metal alloy of gold and copper (typically 4-10% and 96-90% respectively) used for inlays and decorative purposes. As with these earrings, it's often carved and treated to produce a black patina before being inlayed with high-carat gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe panels date from the mid 19th century, likely mounted up as silver earrings in the 1920s, maybe a little earlier. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShakudō\u003c\/span\u003e panels, circa 1850. Earrings, circa 1920\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 5.0cm (from top of ear wire) by 1.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, backs and wires tested as silver. Dragons inlayed in 24ct gold over \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshakudō alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition. 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The head is wider, chunkier, than most navette rings you see from this period, and the combination of gemstones - a blood-red garnet centre bordered by creamy white pearls - brought to mind \"The Wound of Christ\" from the \u003cem\u003eThe Prayer Book of Bonne of Luxembourg, Duchess of Normandy\u003c\/em\u003e (dated before 1349, currently in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/471883\"\u003ecollection of the Met Museum\u003c\/a\u003e). The Victorians were (obviously) mad about symbolism and the past, and I just wonder if this ring's maker, too, was thinking of this \u003cem\u003eWound of Christ\u003c\/em\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"With its almond shape, vertical orientation, and confrontational placement, the wound of Christ in the \u003c\/em\u003ePrayer Book of Bonne of Luxembourg\u003cem\u003e might remind a modern viewer of the Eye of Sauron (known from J.R.R. Tolkein’s \u003c\/em\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003cem\u003e). Medieval viewers likely overlaid other associations onto such images of Christ’s wound. The change in the wound’s orientation from a diagonal slit to a vertical opening and the isolation of the wound as an almond-shaped device transform it into an image strongly reminiscent of medieval representations of the vulva and the vaginal opening. Similar imagery persists in modern visual culture, such as Judy Chicago’s 1979 installation The Dinner Party. This association of Christ’s side wound with female reproductive organs has connections with mystical writings that eroticized the body of Christ and that emphasized its nurturing and generative qualities.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/smarthistory.org\/jean-le-noir-bourgot-miniature-of-christ-wound-passion-prayer-book-bonne-luxembourg\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSource\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter all, this ring was made just as England welcomed its first Queen since Elizabeth 1. It's crafted in 18 carat gold with elegant trifurcated shoulders and a strong presence on the finger. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1840\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: L or 5.75 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 16.8mm by 11.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Garnet and Seed Pearls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 18ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50213056315704,"sku":"LO2360","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50213056348472,"sku":"LO2360i","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50213056381240,"sku":"LO2360r","price":1330.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50213056414008,"sku":"LO2360ri","price":1405.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/early-victorian-navette-ring-993005.jpg?v=1747776158"},{"product_id":"neoclassical-venus-cupid-pendant","title":"Neoclassical \"Bathing Venus\" Intaglio Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAn unusual neoclassical pendant depicting Cupid offering his mother, Venus, a towel as she bathes her feet. Whoever carved it has been astonishingly clever: the slight cloudiness of the chalcedony gives the impression of steam, suggesting the pair are bathing in a steamy \u003cem\u003ecaldarium \u003c\/em\u003e(room with a hot plunge bath).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e The subject is reverse intaglio carved into a chalcedony oval, the very slight milkyness of the stone is contrasted with royal blue paint to bring out the Greco-Roman deities. It is a possible reference (with some elaboration) to Giambologna's 1597 bronze sculpture (although the theme of Venus bathing, often accompanied by Cupid, has been explored by many artists over the centuries). The intaglio is mounted in an 18 carat gold locket setting, circa 1870, with a convex rock crystal panel protecting the back. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Intaglio is chalcedony; back is rock crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 4.8cm (including bail) by 2.3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None , tested as 18ct gold (bail tested as 15ct)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age including some scuffs to the rock crystal back\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50318938243384,"sku":"LO2368","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-6499.jpg?v=1748610341"},{"product_id":"grand-tour-days-of-the-week-cameos-ring","title":"Grand Tour \"Days of the Week\" Cameos Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAn astonishing Grand Tour period \"Days of the Week\" ring set in yellow gold and dating from the early 19th century, circa 1820. Seven cameo busts - carved from coloured Vesuvian lava and coral - are set in simple rub-over settings, each one depicting a classical god or goddess: Venus in white for Friday, Saturn for Saturday, in light olive; Sunday represented by Apollo (aka Sol) carved in coral; Monday is Diana (Luna) in grey; Tuesday is Mars; Wednesday is Mercury; Thursday is Jupiter (black). These rings were made in Naples for the Grand Tourists, the region being known for its long lineage of gemstone carvers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese seven deities obviously line up better with the modern French\/Italian week days, rather than the English names (which borrow from Saxon\/pagan traditions). The ancient Romans actually used a nine day week, inherited from the Etruscans, with an additional market day: nundinae. \u003cem\u003e\"As Rome expanded, it encountered the seven-day week and for a time attempted to include both. The popularity of the seven-day rhythm won, and the eight-day week disappeared.\"\u003c\/em\u003e [Wikipedia]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Georgian, circa 1820\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRing size: K or 5.25. Resize not available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eWidth: 9.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStones: Vesuvian Lava \u0026amp; Coral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None, tests as low carat gold; around the 8\/9ct mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Good, general wear consistent with age. The black lava cameo is worn down and surface wear to other cameos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":50333693346104,"sku":"LO2387","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":50333693378872,"sku":"LO2387i","price":1475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/grand-tour-days-of-the-week-cameos-ring-533905.jpg?v=1748623057"},{"product_id":"19th-century-crab-cameo-ring","title":"19th Century Crab Cameo Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eMy plan, when listing this ring, was to recount the myth of Arachne and Athena, the former a skilled mortal weaver who, in a remarkably display of hubris, boasted that her talent surpassed the skills of Athena herself. It's an interesting tale, exploring themes of pride, artistic rivalry, divine retribution, and transformation, but I somehow can't get my head around this ring actually depicting a spider... \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn early Victorian shell cameo ring depicting a.......... crab (?). Or maybe a spider. Or a mite or tick? It's unclear, but it's definitely an eight-legged insectoid of some description (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith the forward curving legs it actually looks most like something from the extinct arachnid order, Phalangiotarbida. But I'd say that it's incredibly unlikely to be that). The round cameo is carved from a single piece of bull's mouth shell making use of the natural white and orange-brown banding to make the subject stand out. It's mounted in a simple 15 carat gold ring, dating from around 1850, with a ring of darkened - \u003cem\u003egiallone \u003c\/em\u003e- gold around the crab. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Early Victorian, circa 1850\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: H or 3.75 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 14.6mm by 14.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Bull's Mouth Shell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 15ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50348657180984,"sku":"LO2392","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50348657213752,"sku":"LO2392i","price":1325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50348657246520,"sku":"LO2392r","price":1305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50348657279288,"sku":"LO2392ri","price":1380.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/19th-century-crab-cameo-ring-174444.jpg?v=1749272257"},{"product_id":"victorian-emerald-pearl-buckle-ring","title":"Victorian Emerald \u0026 Pearl Buckle Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual gold buckle ring converted from a 19th century piece of jewellery. The buckle is finely worked in 15 carat gold and framed by a halo of alternating emeralds and pearls with a double claw fastener in the middle. An elegant double band, split at the shoulders, has been recently added for wear as a finger ring. With London hallmarks and a C\u0026amp;J maker's mark stamped inside the band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: M or 6.25 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 18.2mm by 13.0mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Emerald \u0026amp; Pearl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, London, 14ct Gold, C \u0026amp; J Maker's Mark (2023). Buckle tests as 15 carat gold and dates from the 19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, band is a later addition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50426744996152,"sku":"LO2431","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50426745028920,"sku":"LO2431i","price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50426745061688,"sku":"LO2431r","price":955.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50426745094456,"sku":"LO2431ri","price":1030.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-emerald-pearl-buckle-ring-493926.jpg?v=1750528618"},{"product_id":"renaissance-revival-enamel-necklace","title":"Antique Harlequin Enamel Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Swiss enamelled harlequin necklace (technically a necklet) dating from the mid 19th century, circa 1860. Jewellery design from this period often drew from \u003cem\u003eother\u003c\/em\u003e sources, historic or contemporary. Whether inspired by Japan or Floriography (the \u003cem\u003eLanguage of Flowers\u003c\/em\u003e), Egypt or Classical Greece, Nature or Brunel's Engineering, they loved a theme in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace draws from a number of styles\/Eras - Rococo, Renaissance, and Georgian - with flowing abstract sweeps and curls, reminiscent of ribbons or leaves and finished in joyful coloured enamel: powdery greens, blues, turquoise, orange, pink, black and yellow - likely inspired by \u003cem\u003eHarlequin\u003c\/em\u003e, the comic servant character from the 16th-century Italian \u003cem\u003ecommedia dell'arte\u003c\/em\u003e. Flower clusters decked with pearl 'petals' and a central turquoise cabochon are placed on both upper and lower sections of the pendant, and the colourful enamelling continues on panels around half of the necklace, with a little gold flower in the middle of each. The rest of the chain is an antique cable link fastening with a barrel clasp - likely original to the piece, but if not it's certainly period - and there's the option to detach it and fasten the necklace with ribbon, short as a necklet or choker. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1860\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eLength: 17 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePendant size: 4.5cm by 2.6cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStones: Turquoise \u0026amp; Natural Pearls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None, tested as 18ct gold (necklace) and 9ct gold (chain)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition; light wear consistent with age including minor losses to the enamel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50505590636856,"sku":"LO2416b","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-1469.jpg?v=1751019812"},{"product_id":"victorian-figural-perseus-andromeda-intaglio-ring","title":"Victorian Figural 'Perseus \u0026 Andromeda' Ring","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerseus \u0026amp; Andromeda told in gold and stone. English, circa 1870. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerseus wears Hades' helm of invisibility, augmented by the feathered wings of Hermes, and with Athena's aegis - the Gorgoneion- slung over his shoulder. The intaglio is exquisite both in execution and form, taking on an ethereal, almost ghostly aura on account of the translucent chalcedony hardstone into which its carved. And two figures, two powerful women, naked above the waist, whom we must assume to be one - Andromeda - hold up that ethereal-pale intaglio of Perseus. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerseus was Greece’s undisputed hero \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enumero uno\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the pre-Heraclean age. And incidentally (or perhaps not), he was both half-brother and great-grandfather of Heracles himself. Perseus was a demi-god, son of Zeus and the mortal Danaë, and his exploits are literally legendary - from slaying the Gorgon Medusa to the rescue of Andromeda from Poseidon’s vengeance incarnate, the sea monster Cetus. The ancient Greeks though Perseus was an authentic historical figure, believing him to have founded Mycenae as his royal seat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe etymology of his name is just as intriguing as the mythology itself, and naturally the two are intrinsically linked. Greek folk etymology related the word \u003cem\u003ePerseus\u003c\/em\u003e to their name for the Persian people (\u003cem\u003ePérsai\u003c\/em\u003e), however the native name of the Persians is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePārsa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (as in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efarsi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which remains the name of the Persian language today and has always been pronounced with an \u003cem\u003e-\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Herodotus recounts this story, devising a foreign son of Andromeda and Perseus, Perses, from whom the Persians took the name. Apparently the Persians also knew that story, as Xerxes tried to use it to suborn the Argives during his invasion of Greece, but ultimately failed to do so…\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Because of the obscurity of the name \"Perseus\" and the legendary character of its bearer, most [contemporary] etymologists presume that it might be pre-Greek; however, the name of Perseus's native city was Greek and so were the names of his wife and relatives. There is some idea that it descended into Greek from the Proto-Indo-European language. In that regard [Robert] Graves proposed the only Greek derivation available: Perseus might be from the Greek verb pérthein (πέρθειν) \"to waste, ravage, sack, destroy\", some form of which is familiar in Homeric epithets.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Thus Perseus was, quite literally, known as ‘destroyer’ or ‘ravager’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDating from the mid-nineteenth century, this ring is crafted in 18 carat gold and the figural nature of the shoulders is a distinct nod to jewellery of the Renaissance era, showing that its creator was very much aware of his or her lineage as a goldsmith.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*[Source: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Perseus\"\u003ewikipedia.org\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: L 1\/2 or 6 US. 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The band widens dramatically at the head, the concave lines that make up its profile meeting at points to either side. The rhomboid outline is picked out by a fine seam of turquoise enamel, and the four points - as well as the very centre - are each home to an emerald. The ring is crafted in 18 carat yellow gold and dates from the 1840s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1840\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: N 1\/2 or 7 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 10.9mm by 15.3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/articles\/pearl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePearl\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; Emerald\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Stamped 18, IB Maker's Mark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition with light patina. 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This brooch incorporates all of the elements required to prove your mastery of European culture and knowledge, from the central hardstone cameo (depicting Minerva, naturally) to the Etruscan Revivalist gold-work. And for any lowbrow brute who, having glanced at your dazzling Grand Tour memento, still doesn't \u003cem\u003eget it\u003c\/em\u003e, the word ROMA is emblazoned across its length. Because \u003cem\u003eyou've\u003c\/em\u003e been there and \u003cem\u003eyou've\u003c\/em\u003e experienced it and now \u003cem\u003eyou \u003c\/em\u003eare very clever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 1.8cm by 5.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Banded Agate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 18ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, evidence of an old repair visible to the back of the brooch\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50606666547512,"sku":"PV130","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/grand-tour-roma-brooch-7492483.jpg?v=1752306786"},{"product_id":"victorian-hermes-intaglio-ring","title":"Victorian Hermes Intaglio Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHermes was a multifaceted character: the archetypal trickster, the divine messenger, the patron (and idealisation) of youths, he guided souls deep into the earth to the realm of Hades, he was clever, and (pushing both liberalism and anthropomorphism to their extremes) he was a thief - because the Greeks believed that even thieves should have their patron deity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Victorian signet ring features an intaglio carving of Hermes, and quite an unusual one at that... He wears his trademark wide-brimmed head - the petasos (πέτασος) - with wings, but the wings are represented by individual feathers. And his staff, the Caduceus, is present in the background but it's void of snakes... very curious. The intaglio is carved into an oval carnelian panel, and the ring itself, with distinctive flared shoulders, is crafted in 9 carat gold. Partial English hallmarks (London) date it to 1872. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1872\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: M 1\/2 or 6.5 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 17.8mm by 15.3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Carnelian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Partial English hallmark: London, 1872. Tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50607576613176,"sku":"LO2377","price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50607576645944,"sku":"LO2377i","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50607576678712,"sku":"LO2377r","price":1030.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50607576711480,"sku":"LO2377ri","price":1105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-hermes-intaglio-ring-6408529.jpg?v=1752306782"},{"product_id":"victorian-turquoise-pearl-band","title":"Victorian Turquoise \u0026 Pearl Band","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStriking Victorian ring furnished with pearls and turquoise gemstones; a popular combination during the latter half of the 19th century. The stones nestle within a 'split seam' running down the band at the head, reminiscent of peas in a freshly-picked pod. The gold is solid 9 carat, and the ring dates from the 1880s, thereabouts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRing size: P 1\/2 or 8 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eWidth at head: 5.7mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStones: Turquoise \u0026amp; Natural Pearls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None, tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":50991822307640,"sku":"LO2551","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":50991822340408,"sku":"LO2551i","price":550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":50991822373176,"sku":"LO2551r","price":530.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":50991822405944,"sku":"LO2551ri","price":605.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-7560.jpg?v=1755260554"},{"product_id":"19th-century-aurora-fresco-camoe-brooch","title":"19th Century Aurora Fresco Cameo Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso described as 'The Triumph of Apollo led by the Aurora', this shell cameo has been carved after the Aurora Fresco: a large Baroque ceiling fresco painted in 1614 by Guido Reni for the Casino, or garden house, adjacent to the Palazzo Pallavicini-Rospigliosi, built on the site of the ancient Baths of Constantine in Rome. The scene, from right to left, depicts \u003cem\u003e\"Aurora (Dawn) in a golden billowing dress with her garlands flying over a dim-lit landscape, leading a blond Apollo in his horse-drawn chariot, surrounded by a chain of female 'hours', bringing light to the world. Above the quadriga, in the sky, flies the putto Phosphorus with a torch. Zephyrs blow winds at either end.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"One interpretation of the work is that the incorporated heraldic symbols were meant to link the patron Scipione with Apollo, his patronage bringing 'light to the darkness'. It may have served to uphold the ravenous Borghese accumulation of classical antiquities.\"*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cameo is remarkably well detailed, mounted in 18 carat gold, and meticulously executed to showcase all the skills of an accomplished glyptic artist - the translucent, billowing clouds and robes, the putto's wings, and the sombre facial expressions - which all makes sense, given it was produced in the Vatican workshops during the mid-19th century (confirmed by the crossed key hallmarks of the Papal States). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brief history of the Papal States in the 19th century: \"In 1799 the Papal States as a whole were invaded by French forces, who declared a Roman Republic. Pope Pius VI died in exile in Valence (France) in 1799. The Papal States were restored in June 1800 and Pope Pius VII returned, but the French again invaded in 1808, and this time the remainder of the States of the Church was annexed to France, forming the départements of Tibre and Trasimène.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the fall of the Napoleonic system in 1814, the Papal States were restored once more.\u003cbr\u003eIn 1860, with much of the region already in rebellion against Papal rule, Sardinia-Piedmont conquered the eastern two-thirds of the Papal States. Bologna, Ferrara, Umbria, the Marches, Benevento and Pontecorvo were all formally annexed by November of the same year, and a unified Kingdom of Italy was declared.\u003cbr\u003eThe Papal States were reduced to Latium, the immediate neighborhood of Rome.\u003cbr\u003eOn September 10, 1870, Italy declared war on the Papal States and the Italian Army crossed the frontier of the then remaining papal territory on September 11 advancing towards Rome. The city was captured on September 20, 1870. Rome and Latium were annexed to the Kingdom of Italy as a result of a plebiscite the following October and the Papal State ceased to exist.\" [Source: silvercollection.it]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*[Source: wikipedia.org]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, c\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eirca 1850\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize: 4.0cm by 5.0cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStone: Bull's Mouth Shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: Cross keys of Saint Peter, Papal States marks for 18ct gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51022318141752,"sku":"LO2522","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/19th-century-aurora-fresco-cameo-brooch-1750696.jpg?v=1755916306"},{"product_id":"victorian-turquoise-round-locket","title":"Victorian Turquoise Round Locket","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet antique locket dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Crafted in warm, rosy 9 carat gold, it features eight turquoise cabochons evenly spaced around the front of the locket, with varying hues of greenish-blue. And with glass locket compartments at the front and back, it's the perfect piece to add a personal touch to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize: 3.6cm (including bail) by 2.6cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStones: Turquoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: None, tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, locket compartments (front and back) can be opened. Light wear consistent with age including a couple of light scuffs\/scratches to the glass - see images\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51075181936952,"sku":"LO2587","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-turquoise-round-locket-9874607.jpg?v=1758977794"},{"product_id":"victorian-masonic-cube-fob","title":"Victorian Masonic Cube Fob","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare antique masonic fob in the form of a cube that opens out into a cross complete with six pyramids with engravings on each of their triangular faces. While similar to the more commonly found masonic balls or orbs, the meaning and symbolism is different. Where the spherical shape of the orbs are said to represent the universe, \u003cem\u003e\"the perfect cube represents the personality that has had all the unevenness, roughness, and inequality polished away by experience. Such a stone is ready to become a block in the Everlasting House not built by hands but eternal in the heavens.\"*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The opening of the Orb symbolises the transformative journey of the individual Freemason, as they gain spiritual and moral knowledge. Each of the symbols on the cross represent the core values of Freemasonry; such as truth, integrity, morality, and charity. While engravings on the pyramid facings may vary there are some typical symbols found across [all] orbs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSquare and Compass: The most recognizable symbol of Freemasonry, representing virtue and morality.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e2. Seal of Solomon: Also known as the Star of David, it symbolizes wisdom and divine guidance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e3. Skull and Crossbones: A symbol of mortality and the transient nature of life, reminding Masons of the importance of living with purpose.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e4. Spring Acacia: A symbol of immortality and resurrection, representing the Masonic belief in the afterlife.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e5. Pillars of Boaz and Jachin: Two pillars representing strength and establishment, based on the biblical account of King Solomon’s Temple.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e6. All-Seeing Eye: A symbol of divine providence and the watchful eye of God.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e7. Square: Represents morality and fairness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e8. Level: Symbolizes equality and impartiality.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e9. Plumb: Represents uprightness and rectitude.\"**\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Manly P. Hall\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e**\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom freemasonry.wiki\/\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1890\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize (closed): 2.3cm (including bail) by 1.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSize (open): 4.7cm by 3.6cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarks: D\u0026amp;Co maker's mark and registration number. Tested as 9ct gold with silver innards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51160967872824,"sku":"LO2588","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-2200.jpg?v=1758894359"},{"product_id":"victorian-amethyst-necklace-1","title":"Victorian Amethyst Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eSublime late-Victorian necklace with three large amethyst gemstones in gold collet settings. The stones are, from top to bottom, a rectangular cushion cut, a square cushion cut orientated with corners pointing down, and a teardrop\/pear; the differing cuts and orientations forming a pleasing vertical asymmetry. The pendant hangs from a fine cable-link chain that fastens with its original barrel clasp - crafted in 15 carat gold throughout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 16 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePendant size: 5.4cm by 1.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/articles\/amethyst\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmethyst\u003c\/a\u003e, 13.5ct total calculated weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 15ct gold \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition with soft patina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51186615910712,"sku":"LO2641","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-3007.jpg?v=1760106611"},{"product_id":"medieval-revival-lapis-ring","title":"Medieval Revival Lapis Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuperb Victorian ring in the Medieval Revival style. The head is set with a highly domed deep blue lapis lazuli cabochon flecked with gold, with granulated gold pommels punctuating a 'faceted' bezel. The band features pierced quatrefoil motifs to the shoulders, and intricately chased floral and foliate detailing all around. It's crafted in bright, 15 carat gold and English hallmarks inside the band confirm the year it was made: 1866. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1866\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: S or 9 US\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 15.0mm by 13.9mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Lapis Lazuli\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, Birmingham, 15ct Gold, 1866\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition with strong patina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":51189251572024,"sku":"LO2650","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":51189251604792,"sku":"LO2650i","price":1925.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-3217.jpg?v=1760106855"},{"product_id":"aesthetic-movement-night-day-brooch","title":"Aesthetic Movement \"Night \u0026 Day\" Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eCool Aesthetic Movement brooch depicting Night and Day; the simplistic naturalistic scenes featuring, respectively, an owl and a lark. Somewhat unusually, there is an oval locket compartment to the back, and it's crafted in sterling silver with applied yellow and rose gold details. English, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Aesthetic Movement in England drew inspiration from the London International Exhibition of 1862, where artisans and laypeople alike were captivated by the various displays of Japanese arts and crafts. As the movement grew, the discourse revolved around the phrase \"Art for Art's sake\", and works emerged in a simple style incorporating Japanese elements and motifs - birds, flowers, plant foliage, and other scenes from nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 2.4cm by 4.2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as silver and 9ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51239664156984,"sku":"LO2678","price":270.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/aesthetic-movement-night-day-brooch-4097651.jpg?v=1760774616"},{"product_id":"victorian-beetle-brooch","title":"Victorian Beetle Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eIncredible Victorian beetle brooch crafted in silver and set with juicy, gummy-like paste cabochons: blood-orange red for the abdomen, vibrant pale-purple thorax, and a pink head. English, circa 1900. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victorians were obsessed with natural history, and insect jewellery became an outward expression of this fascination. Whilst this brooch doesn't incorporate any real life bug parts (alive or dead), that was certainly a thing back in the 1800s:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"In 1891, a Mrs. DeJones debuted a fabulous piece of living jewelry. She strapped a diamond to the back of a live beetle and trained it to fly around her neck, tracing the shape of a necklace. At least, that was the story in Entomological News. This tidbit, snipped from some anonymous daily newspaper, might be best taken with a grain of salt.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Even if it wasn’t true, it was certainly on trend. In 1863, Godey’s Lady’s Book reported that “[t]he ornithological and entomological fevers, which broke out last spring, will continue with increased violence throughout the winter.” The fever was still raging twenty-eight years later, when Mrs. DeJones (supposedly) let loose her flying necklace. Exoskeletons were in. Fashion-forward ladies were expected to invest in beetle-wing embroidery and insect carapaces strung together like beads.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Some particularly trendy ladies took it a step further. They dotted their hairdos with flickering fireflies or let live beetles, leashed to pins, roam over their bodices. “Truly a fashionable toilet is becoming a composite thing, with dead birds and butterflies… and Mexican bugs as jewelry, held by golden chains,” Entomological News opined.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/daily.jstor.org\/insect-jewelry-of-the-victorian-era\/\"\u003eInsect Jewelry of the Victorian Era \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/daily.jstor.org\/insect-jewelry-of-the-victorian-era\/\"\u003eby Amelia Soth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 3.0cm by 3.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Paste Gemstones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51239738343736,"sku":"LO2663","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-beetle-brooch-3381594.jpg?v=1760774611"},{"product_id":"victorian-double-row-diamond-ring-1","title":"Victorian Double Row Diamond Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique ring set with two rows of bright old cut diamonds, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etheir icy white colour contrasting brilliantly to the rich 18 carat gold. The open back settings and prongs carved out of the gallery allow plenty of light in behind the stones, accentuating their brightness and sparkle, with scrolled shoulders that finish off the detailing beautifully. Victorian, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: Q or 8 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 6.2mm by 15.2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Old European \u0026amp; Old Mine Cut Diamonds, 0.30ct total calculated weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Stamped 18CT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition with strong patina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":51310436548920,"sku":"LO2712","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":51310436581688,"sku":"LO2712i","price":825.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":51310436614456,"sku":"LO2712r","price":805.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":51310436647224,"sku":"LO2712ri","price":880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-double-row-diamond-ring-5124260.jpg?v=1762550535"},{"product_id":"victorian-enamelled-primrose-brooch","title":"Victorian Enamelled Primrose Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA superb enamelled brooch dating from the late 19th century, circa 1880. Crafted in sterling silver, it depicts beautifully detailed wild primrose flowers in a glorious example of Victorian craftsmanship. The primrose is one of the first flowers to bloom in spring, providing a burst of hope and happiness as we come out of the long winter months, so many hold these flowers as a symbol of renewal and optimism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victorians loved their symbolism. By the time this brooch was made, \u003cem\u003efloriography\u003c\/em\u003e (aka the Language of Flowers) was a highly refined form of symbolic communication; each flower or plant had a precise and specific meaning, and together they were used to communicate without words. To them, gifting someone a primrose was a token of young love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 1.6cm by 4.7cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age. The enamel is in perfect condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51333777850680,"sku":"LO2691","price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-7126.jpg?v=1763126998"},{"product_id":"19th-century-shakudo-wasp-pendant","title":"19th Century Shakudo Wasp Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe gold-gleaming wasp \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003epeers out from a clump of oak \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eleaves and acorns. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshakudō pendant was made in Japan in the mid-19th century, circa 1850. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eShakudō (赤銅) is a Japanese mixed-metal alloy of gold and copper (typically 4-10% and 96-90% respectively) used for inlays and decorative purposes. As in this case, it's often carved and treated to produce a black patina before being inlayed with high-carat gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"In Japanese culture wasps are considered of cultural significance because they play a role in the nourishment of humans. They are viewed as being a healthy food that is rich in minerals and high in proteins used in many Japanese recipes. The first discovered historical record of wasps as food dates back to 1715. The ‘black wasp’ being the most collected and edible wasp (4). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Not only are wasps seen as food, but in Japan, people also raise and care for wasps and have created an emotional attachment to them that is reflected in the names of their villages “愛好会 (aikōkai) which means ‘loving group’” (4). Additionally, in central Japan, wasp larvae are collected during the fall season. This activity is generational, as fathers and grandfathers of collectors have been using the same methods of collection for years. Folks have a unique way of collecting wasps and once they have their hives, many go home and begin processing the nests as a family. The layers of the nest are separated and the larvae and pupae are removed using tweezers which are later cooked for immediate consumption or frozen (4). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Along with the relationships built between wasps and humans, the caring of wasps, and their part of Japanese culture nutrition, folks in Japan also have their own wasp nest contests that include more recipes with wasps as a central component. Wasp nest contests first took place in Shitara, Aichi prefecture, in 1990 (4). In these competitions, wasp collectors’ nests are weighed and sold. Participants also receive some sort of trophy\/recognition from their community. A staple in these competitions is the food and being able to connect with their friends and community after the contest through enjoying local wasp cuisine. A popular local food is  “五平餅 (gohei-mochi) —pounded sticky rice molded into an oblong shape on a cedar stick, brushed with a sauce made by grinding together wasp larvae, soy sauce, miso, peanuts, sugar, and fresh ginger root, and grilled over wood embers—and 蜂の子ご飯 (hachi-no-ko-gohan), rice steamed with wasp larvae” (4), among others.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heritagegarden.uic.edu\/wasps\"\u003e[Source]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Tokugawa, circa 1850\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 3.9cm (including bail) by 4.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 23\/\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e24ct gold over \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshakudō alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Great antique condition; since photographing I've added an 8mm gold jump ring at the top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51337030500664,"sku":"LO2743","price":850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/19th-century-shakudo-wasp-pendant-6661418.jpg?v=1763158568"},{"product_id":"egyptian-revival-scarab-earrings","title":"Egyptian Revival Scarab Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eVictorian Egyptian Revival scarab earrings set with bright green iridescent beetles (real beetles!) in glowing 18 carat gold. There have been many waves of Egyptomania since antiquity, and while these earrings date from the late 19th century the ornate, 3D cannetille goldwork references the previous wave sparked by Napoleon's 'visit' to Egypt in 1798-1801. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the ancient Egyptians, the scarab was: \u003cem\u003e\"The sun; the path of the sun; self-creative power; Khepera, god of creation; resurrection; immortality; divine wisdom; ruling providence directing and regulating the productive powers of nature. Thought to be all males, the scarab also represented virility and the generative power of life.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eAn Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Traditional Symbols by J.C. Cooper (1978)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Napoleonic Egyptomania naturally incorporated scarabs into its designs, but using real beetles was a purely Victorian novelty - a synthesis of their love of naturalism and their fascination with the past manifested in the various Ancient Revivalist movements that dominated the latter half of the 19th century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1860-1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 4.5cm (from top of ear wire) by 2.2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 18ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition, light wear consistent with age. The base plate of one earring is split at one side - see images\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51371177279800,"sku":"LO2723b","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/Website-8530.jpg?v=1763733342"},{"product_id":"egyptian-revival-scarab-ring","title":"Egyptian Revival Scarab Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eCool Egyptian Revival scarab ring made during the latter half of the 19th century. It's built around a deep teal blue scarab beetle carved from faience, with intricate applied goldwork in the archaeological revival style to the shoulders and around the band. Heiroglyphics feature on the base of the scarab, visible through the open-backed setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaience is a type of ceramic material that's been produced in Egypt for many thousands of years, and was thought to hold magical properties of fertility, renewal, and rebirth. It's created from powdered quartz (silica, probably literally sand) mixed with various alkaline salts, small amounts of lime, and a metallic colourant (often sodium and calcium). I often think its ancient creators must have felt they were dabbling in some kind of otherworldly alchemy when they produced such 'gems' from powder and sand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: J 1\/2 or 5 US\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 13.5mm by 9.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: None, tested as 15ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good antique condition; light wear consistent with age. A small section of the gold panelling is missing at the back of the band, a prong is missing, and the scarab has taken a few chips over the years - see images. The scarab remains secure in the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":51434865819960,"sku":"LO2754","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":51434865852728,"sku":"LO2754i","price":825.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/egyptian-revival-scarab-ring-4312531.jpg?v=1764983116"},{"product_id":"victorian-pearl-shell-half-hoop","title":"Victorian Pearl \u0026 Shell Half-Hoop","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous antique band dating from the late Victorian period. The detailing is really quite special, with the five silky pearls each set in their own square compartment, the gallery finished with a wavy, scalloped profile, and the shoulders engraved with delicate shell motifs which, coupled with the pearls, make us think of the sea and of the divine Venus. The hallmarks inside the band warrant the gold at 18 carat and confirm the year it was made as 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: N or 6.75 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 7.0mm by 16.0mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/gemstones\/pearl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePearls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 3.5 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, Birmingham, 18ct Gold, 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition with soft patina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":51434899964216,"sku":"LO2757","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":51434899996984,"sku":"LO2757i","price":725.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":51434900029752,"sku":"LO2757r","price":705.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":51434900062520,"sku":"LO2757ri","price":780.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-pearl-shell-half-hoop-7534177.jpg?v=1764983118"},{"product_id":"victorian-fancy-link-chain-necklace","title":"Victorian Fancy Link Chain Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous Victorian fancy-link chain made at the turn of the 20th century. It's crafted in 9 carat yellow gold with reeded links that loop and twist around one another. At 6.6mm wide it has a strong presence on the neck, either solo or as part of a #neckmess. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 18 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth of links: 6.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 22.1g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: 9c mark (partially rubbed), tested as 9ct gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition; light wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51487726666040,"sku":"PA239","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-fancy-link-chain-necklace-3258138.jpg?v=1765591091"},{"product_id":"victorian-turquoise-pearl-ring-2","title":"Victorian Turquoise \u0026 Pearl Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStriking Victorian ring furnished with pearls and turquoise gemstones; a popular combination during the latter half of the 19th century. It features two rows of pearls and turquoise stones flanked by an additional turquoise on each side, with all the stones resting in interesting diamond-shaped settings which reflect the geometric elements of the jewellery of the late Victorian era. English hallmarks warrant the gold at 9 carat and tell us it was crafted in Birmingham in 1891.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1891\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: K or 5.25 US. 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It features a hand carved carnelian panel depicting a cherubic Cupid riding on the back of Psyche who appears in butterfly form, the Torch of Passion raised up to guide their way. Here Psyche represents the soul, which is always guided by love. The ring itself is chunky and heavy, crafted in rich 18 carat gold and has deeply carved shoulders with little love hearts on each side of the band. English hallmarks warrant the gold and tell us it was made in London in 1879.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tale of Cupid and Psyche details how the pair met and fell in love, and the story goes as follows…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnce upon a time there were three princesses. The eldest two were lovely enough to be admired everywhere, but the youngest was so entirely beautiful that many in the kingdom gave up the cult of Venus and worshiped the young girl instead. Her name was Psyche. Venus, as a vengeful and jealous goddess, could bear no rivalry so summoned her son, Cupid, and told him to use one of his arrows to make Psyche fall in love with a pig. Ever the dutiful son, Eros set off on his mission but as he drew his bow he accidentally scratched his arm on the tip of the arrow, gazed on Psyche, and fell madly in love with her. A long story then ensues, long and winding with many-a-plot-twist. A story that forms the foundation of many Western fairy tales, whereby Psyche is carried off to a magical castle with an invisible retinue to serve on her; jealous sisters; and impossible tasks like sorting grains of rice. It does ultimately have a happy ending though, with the couple reconciling and Cupid granting Psyche immortality so they can be wed as equals.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Spells \u0026amp; Sigils, our collection of hand-engraved signet and posy rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1879\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: N 1\/2 or 7 US\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 15.9mm by 12.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 8.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Carnelian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: English, London, 18ct Gold, 1879, JL Maker's Mark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition with light patina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Originals","offers":[{"title":"No","offer_id":51595643846968,"sku":"LO2583","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes","offer_id":51595643879736,"sku":"LO2583i","price":2675.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/lost-owl-cupid-psyche-signet-ring-3068295.jpg?v=1768020069"},{"product_id":"victorian-ruby-pearl-flower-ring","title":"Victorian Ruby \u0026 Pearl Flower Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet antique flower ring dating from the Victorian period, circa 1900. The head is furnished with a central raspberry-pink ruby surrounded by silky, lustrous pearl 'petals', with the two stones working alongside each other to create a beautifully dainty overall effect. The tapered band draws your eye to the ring's focal point, and it is crafted in rich 18 carat gold throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: N or 6.75 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 9.4mm by 9.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: Natural Ruby \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/blogs\/gemstones\/pearl\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Pearls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Stamped 18CT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition; light wear consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":51632238494008,"sku":"LO2816","price":420.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":51632238526776,"sku":"LO2816i","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":51632238559544,"sku":"LO2816r","price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":51632238592312,"sku":"LO2816ri","price":550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/victorian-ruby-pearl-flower-ring-7459412.jpg?v=1769233876"},{"product_id":"lost-owl-janus-intaglio-signet-ring","title":"Lost Owl Janus Intaglio Signet Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn intaglio signet ring by Lost Owl. The Roman god Janus is rendered in bloodstone, looking forwards and back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJanus is the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is usually depicted as having a double-sided head.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJanus’s religious history is notably complex and obscure. His earliest sphere of influence was the doorway itself (\u003cem data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003eianua\u003c\/em\u003e meaning “door” in Latin), but he gradually came to embody beginnings more broadly, as well as liminal or transitional spaces, much like Vesta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormally, Janus was worshipped in the month of \u003cem\u003eIanuarius\u003c\/em\u003e—the month that bears his name—though the details of his cult are far less clearly documented than those of many other Roman gods. January itself appears to have been added very early in Rome’s history to an earlier ten-month calendar, perhaps under Etruscan influence. One of the most significant dates for Janus was January 9, when the \u003cem\u003eRex Sacrorum\u003c\/em\u003e sacrificed a ram to him in the Regia. Rams are consistently linked with Janus elsewhere as well, including in the records of the Arval Brothers. Janus had no dedicated priesthood of his own and was instead closely associated with the \u003cem\u003eRex Sacrorum\u003c\/em\u003e, who also offered a smaller sacrifice to him at the start of every month. Beyond these fixed observances, Janus received attention throughout the year, since many official rites to other gods required an opening invocation to him in his role as primus, the Beginner; correspondingly, Vesta closed the ceremonies as ultima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ring is crafted in 18 carat gold and dates from 1896 with Chester hallmarks inside the band. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, 1896\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing size: U 1\/2 or 10.25 US. Resizeable for £55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHead: 14.7mm by 12.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 8.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone: Bloodstone Agate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: Date letter for Chester 1896 (tested as 18ct gold)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Great antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Heirloom","offers":[{"title":"No \/ No","offer_id":51634580062520,"sku":"LO2865","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"No \/ Yes","offer_id":51634580095288,"sku":"LO2865i","price":2075.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ No","offer_id":51634580128056,"sku":"LO2865r","price":2055.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":51634580160824,"sku":"LO2865ri","price":2130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/7387\/2952\/files\/lost-owl-janus-intaglio-signet-ring-9716128.jpg?v=1769233868"}],"url":"https:\/\/lostowl.com\/collections\/victorian.oembed?page=3","provider":"Lost Owl Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}