Victorian Shark Tooth Pendant Active tests as pinchbeck (gold plated)

tests as pinchbeck (gold plated)

In the Middle Ages

In the Victorian language of the flowers it symbolised courage

with a wonderfully hand-chased crown above - a typically Victorian sentiment

Victorian Shark Tooth Pendant Active tests as pinchbeck (gold plated)DATE: Victorian, c. 1900 A cool Victorian shark tooth pendant dating from the late 19th Century. The tooth is mounted in 9 karat gold, and displays dark grey colouration throughout. It's a good size at 3. 6cm in length; larger than they often are. STONES Shark Tooth MEASUREMENTS 3. 6 x 2. 6cm WEIGHT 4. 1g MARKS Stamped 9ct CONDITION Very good, some light wear commensurate with age