Late Victorian Coral & Lapis Croquet Seal Fob Pendant belle époque Emerald - 9

Emerald - 9

Ceres was the goddess of agriculture

but the flowers themselves were made in the early 19th century

The table cut stones have wear/chips to the girdle particularly at the corners

Late Victorian Coral & Lapis Croquet Seal Fob Pendant belle époque Emerald - 9DATE: Victorian, c. 1900 An unusual antique seal fob dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. The base is set with an oval lapis lazuli panel, while the main body of the fob comprises two croquet mallets and orange coral ball. Clearly made for someone who's really into croquet I've always found it a little frivolous myself Crafted in 9 karat gold throughout. STONES Lapis lazuli & Coral MEASUREMENTS 20. 8 x 12. 4mm WEIGHT 3. 3g MARKS No marks