Antique Victorian 18ct gold coral lucky pig charm / pendant
An extraordinary antique pig charm crafted from a beautiful piece of genuine coral displaying a naturally occuring, fine and delicate graining. Skillfully hand carved with fine detailing to the ears, eyes, snout, trotters and tail.
This sweet little piggy has been fitted with an 18ct yellow gold waistband including a ring which can be connected to a bail for attaching to a bracelet or looping through a chain.
A highly collectable piece, this fabulous pig charm is a fair size and would also look great worn as a pendant. During the Victorian period, pigs were seen as lucky charms and were often represented in New Year's blessings as symbols of prosperity!
DETAILS
Measurements of pig in mm: 31.5 (L) x 12.5 (H) x 15 (W)
Weight: 8.4 grams
Hallmarks: None - tested as 18ct gold
Condition: In a good antique condition, bar a minute chip on the underside of the pig's rear trotter.
Product code: CM0116
Date: Victorian (1837 to 1901)
Please note that images have been enlarged to show detail. All measurements are listed in the description. All items are Antique, Vintage and/or Pre-owned and will naturally have signs of wear & tear commensurate with age. Antique boxes are for display purposes only unless otherwise stated the item will be sent in a Leatherette & Velvet box.
Thank-you for looking!
This sweet little piggy has been fitted with an 18ct yellow gold waistband including a ring which can be connected to a bail for attaching to a bracelet or looping through a chain.
A highly collectable piece, this fabulous pig charm is a fair size and would also look great worn as a pendant. During the Victorian period, pigs were seen as lucky charms and were often represented in New Year's blessings as symbols of prosperity!
DETAILS
Measurements of pig in mm: 31.5 (L) x 12.5 (H) x 15 (W)
Weight: 8.4 grams
Hallmarks: None - tested as 18ct gold
Condition: In a good antique condition, bar a minute chip on the underside of the pig's rear trotter.
Product code: CM0116
Date: Victorian (1837 to 1901)
Please note that images have been enlarged to show detail. All measurements are listed in the description. All items are Antique, Vintage and/or Pre-owned and will naturally have signs of wear & tear commensurate with age. Antique boxes are for display purposes only unless otherwise stated the item will be sent in a Leatherette & Velvet box.
Thank-you for looking!
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