WW1 Victory Touch Wud Charms irish Natural Blue Sapphires - 0

Natural Blue Sapphires - 0

14ct principal asscher cut aquamarine

Probably don't try that out

The two body segments are set with different cabochon gemstones: the head/thorax with a ruby and a citrine

Crafted in 18 karat gold with London hallmarks confirming both the gold and the year

WW1 Victory Touch Wud Charms irish Natural Blue Sapphires - 0DATE: WW1, c. 1915 Rare original First World War period 'Tommy Touch Wud' good luck charms, in the form of smiley wooden faces. One with red paste eyes and the other the United Kingdom flag, with face and top hat, representing John Bull. The back of both show 'TOUCH WUD' and 'VICTORY' in relief. These charms were often given to soldiers when leaving for war. John Bull is a national personification of the United Kingdom, especially in political