The most delightful little ‘costume’ piece; this is super decorative, and a great look for a fraction of the cost of a gold version. The super ornate scalloped fob is home to a ‘tassie’ which is a moulded glass imitation of a hardstone intaglio, in this case, it’s imitating bloodstone. The tassie depicts a beautiful pansy plat with two flower heads, and above it the words ‘to you’. The pansy was traditionally used in sentimental jewellery as a reference to the French word ‘penser’ (to think). A sweet little code for shy or discreet lovers.
This jewel, although not made from precious metal or stones, remains precious in its very pretty form and delightful message.
Circa 1880
Gilded metal and glass to imitate gold and bloostone
19.5 × 13mm not including bale
2.7 grams
Great antique condition, a bit of wear to the gilding, but the tassie is perfect
The most delightful little ‘costume’ piece; this is super decorative, and a great look for a fraction of the cost of a gold version. The super ornate scalloped fob is home to a ‘tassie’ which is a moulded glass imitation of a hardstone intaglio, in this case, it’s imitating bloodstone. The tassie depicts a beautiful pansy plat with two flower heads, and above it the words ‘to you’. The pansy was traditionally used in sentimental jewellery as a reference to the French word ‘penser’ (to think). A sweet little code for shy or discreet lovers.
This jewel, although not made from precious metal or stones, remains precious in its very pretty form and delightful message.
Circa 1880
Gilded metal and glass to imitate gold and bloostone
19.5 × 13mm not including bale
2.7 grams
Great antique condition, a bit of wear to the gilding, but the tassie is perfect
