Antique Lion Locket of 10k Gold scarab charm It features a scarab inlaid

It features a scarab inlaid with turquoise accents and lotus flowers on the shoulders

The ring bears English hallmarks indicating that it was assayed in Birmingham England in 1865

Motifs of hands were deeply symbolic in Victorian jewelry

recycled garnet components

Antique Lion Locket of 10k Gold scarab charm It features a scarab inlaidA striking antique locket, circa 1900, featuring a powerfully sculpted lion in solid 10k gold, gripping a 0. 19ct transitional cut diamond in its jaws and accented by two almandine garnet eyes. The bold modeling and dramatic gemstone details beautifully capture the lions symbolic associations with courage, guardianship, and nobilityhallmarks of late Victorian and Edwardian design. The locket measures approximately 1. 3 inches from the top of the jump