Outstanding 9k Carnelian Fob Circa 1840 April 4th This large shell cameo presents

This large shell cameo presents a rare subject: a young woman reclining languidly in a rose garden

on the other hand

Paired perfectly with a 13" barrel clasp chain

so seeing their Queen so publicly wearing a sign of mourning and love for her husband set off a new “trend” for mourning jewelry

Outstanding 9k Carnelian Fob Circa 1840 April 4th This large shell cameo presentsAn interesting semi precious gemstone we do not usually associate with Victorian jewelry, carnelian is one of the oldest known gemstones and has actually been used decoratively for thousands of years, including the Victorian years. A form of Chalcedony, Carnelian is translucent and can range from blood red tones to lighter peachy tones, it is also as hard as glass. In fact, it is hard enough for engraving and carving. Carnelian was often used for