17th Century Iron Key Pendant chalcedony crafted in 18 karat gold

crafted in 18 karat gold with French hallmarks and a flat

The shoulders flare out to form two points at either side of the head which has been channelled out to accommodate the stones

when the butterfly emerged from its chrysalis and flew away specifically represented the immortal soul leaving the human body in death

and evolved to incorporate design elements of the Art Nouveau period as it developed

17th Century Iron Key Pendant chalcedony crafted in 18 karat goldDATE: 17th Century, c. 1680 Remarkable original 17th century iron key with love heart shaped head. It's German, pretty big at over 10cm in length with an interesting curved profile 'bit' at the end and exceptional 300+ year patina. Probably about as big a "key to my heart" pendant as you'll ever find. Circa 1680. MEASUREMENTS 10. 2 x 4. 3cm WEIGHT 57. 2g MARKS No marks present CONDITION Very good