Etruscan Revival Leo Lion Intaglio Zodiac Pendant operculum With French hallmarks and comfortably

With French hallmarks and comfortably designed clip on backs

It was made by the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company of 112 Regent Street

depicting Venus in her chariot drawn by Lionesses

made by Oria who were - along with Fix and Murat - one of three 19th century jewellery houses that pioneered and excelled in the production of gold plated jewellery

Stones range from: 9

Etruscan Revival Leo Lion Intaglio Zodiac Pendant operculum With French hallmarks and comfortablyDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 Cool larger scale Etruscan Revivalist zodiac pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th century. It features an oval lapis panel carved with a Leo intaglio, the lion stretched out mid pounce. It's mounted in sterling silver, with applied ropework and beadwork border with two bails for wear on a chain. STONES Lapis Lazuli MEASUREMENTS 4. 5 x 4. 6cm WEIGHT 14. 7g MARKS No marks present, tests as sterling silver CONDITION