Antique Beetle Pendant | 14k Gold & Enamel Pendant on Optional 14k Chain in memory of ring Offered in very good condition

Offered in very good condition

lockets typically hold photos or other important momentos of a cherished loved one

The use of a "ball and claw" motif originated from ancient Chinese mythology

This 14k gold pendant is accented with an etched black enamel snake with tiny rose cut eyes surrounding a carved banded agate forget me not flower encircled by lustrous half pearls

Antique Beetle Pendant | 14k Gold & Enamel Pendant on Optional 14k Chain in memory of ring Offered in very good conditionInsect themed jewelry, like the beetle featured in this listing, was popular during the 19th and early 20th centuries. This beautifully rendered beetle pendant was originally an antique brooch (circa 1880 1900) that our jeweler transformed by removing the pin findings and adding a gold bail. The 14k gold pendant features a dramatic green and white beetle with diamond eyes and tiny pearl accents. The pendant measures 1. 2 inches from top to bottom by .