Victorian 9ct Gold Scallop Shell Seal Pendant with a Bloodstone Base feed-gender-unisex Owning a natural pearl was

Owning a natural pearl was a symbol of status and luxury

A really pretty sapphire and diamond cluster ring

The greatest mark of craftsmanship at this time was to make the metal disappear into the design and only highlight the stones

We can change to post and scroll (for pierced ears) for no extra charge

This could be the centre of a velvet choker

Victorian 9ct Gold Scallop Shell Seal Pendant with a Bloodstone Base feed-gender-unisex Owning a natural pearl wasThis exquisite 9ct gold seal features intricate openwork in the beautiful shape of a scallop shell. The base is a plain bloodstone. The Victorians held the belief that Bloodstone, also known as heliotrope, had the power to guard against the evil eye and instill its wearer with fortitude and bravery.