Mid Victorian Deer Head Pendant Roman In 1758 the Viennese goldsmith

In 1758 the Viennese goldsmith Joseph Strasser perfected the production of colourless paste gems with optical properties simulating the sparkle and fire of diamonds

A remarkable antique locket in the aesthetic style

It's modelled in 18 karat yellow gold

and an applied repoussé rococo style border

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Mid Victorian Deer Head Pendant Roman In 1758 the Viennese goldsmithDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 Strange and remarkable antique silver deer head dating from the mid 19th century, circa 1860. It's beautifully made, with intricately textured fur, painted glass eyes, and pedicles (the two little stumps on top of its head from which the antlers grow each year). I have no idea if it was initially intended for wear as a pendant, but there's a little bail so it certainly can be. MEASUREMENTS 3. 8 x 2. 0 x 2. 2cm WEIGHT 9. 9g