Victorian Carnelian Anchor & Cross Brooch venus a masterclass in intricate openwork

a masterclass in intricate openwork with graceful

Each bug is set with a turquoise cabochon and a rose cut diamond

It's crafted in platinum and 15k gold

A cool vintage Capricorn pendant dating from the 1960s

The face features an intaglio carving of the Bożawola coat of arms: a crescent moon and horseshoe

Victorian Carnelian Anchor & Cross Brooch venus a masterclass in intricate openworkDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 A striking anchor for uncertain times. This larger scale pendant is fashioned from a sterling silver and single piece of carnelian agate. It's clearly modelled as an anchor, but the carnelian also stands out as a cross the two symbols representing Hope and Faith respectively. STONES Carnelian agate MEASUREMENTS 7. 6 x 4. 1cm WEIGHT 9. 1g MARKS No marks present, tests as sterling silver CONDITION Very good