Georgian Rebus Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant cuffs and graceful shone

and graceful shone

but this example is particularly appealing on account of the evocative subject and the elegance of the mount

Modelled in 18 karat gold

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it has French 18k gold import marks indicating that it was likely retailed in Paris

Georgian Rebus Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant cuffs and graceful shoneDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A cool Georgian seal fob dating from the early 19th Century. The base is set with an intaglio carved rock crystal panel (over red foil) featuring a rebus puzzle: "Can You Keep A Secret", the first two words substituted by objects, a can and a yew tree. STONES Rock Crystal MEASUREMENTS Height: 2. 5cm Base: 1. 8 x 1. 6cm WEIGHT 6. 6g MARKS No marks present, tests as pinchbeck CONDITION Good, some general wear commensurate with age