DATE: Victorian, c. 1840

A cool antique seal fob pendant set with a gorgeous bloodstone base, intaglio carved with the "Fortes Fortuna Juvat"  loosely translating from Latin to "Fortune Favours the Bold". Carved in the centre is a greyhound, symbolising a person of courage, vigilance, and loyalty. The fob is topped with a gold greyhound, with a beautifully detailed ornate base. It's crafted in 15k gold, and dates from the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

STONES 

Bloodstone Agate 

MEASUREMENTS 

Base: 1.2 x 1.4cm

Fob: 1.9 x 1.4cm

WEIGHT 

2.99g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as 15k gold 

CONDITION 

Very good