Georgian Carnelian Intaglio Miniature Seal Fob "Psyche" keychain 12ct Briolette Cut Diamond -

12ct Briolette Cut Diamond - M-VS2

gored by a bull after mocking the goddess Selene

and sea shell designs in high relief

Highly unusual Victorian "pool of light" locket with a watch inside

An exceptional mixed metal Art Deco chain comprising alternating sections of platinum and 18k yellow gold curb links

Georgian Carnelian Intaglio Miniature Seal Fob "Psyche" keychain 12ct Briolette Cut Diamond -DATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A tiny Georgian miniature seal fob featuring Psyche (butterfly) intaglio carved onto the carnelian base. The rolled gold body is ornately carved with floral and urn like motifs, and it dates from the early 19th century. The butterfly was often used by the Victorians to represent the soul; indeed in Greek the word for butterfly, Psyche, also means soul. This pendant is beautifully hand chased, with a clever 3D construction that