Elegantly scrolled 18 carat gold late Georgian fob seal set with a rock crystal carved with a detailed armorial depicting martlets and greyhounds c.1820.
Rock crystal 1.5cms across, height of fob 2cms.
5.4grams.
A martlet is a mythical bird, resembling a swallow or swift, depicted without feet, symbolizing perpetual flight, ceaseless effort and tireless endevour.
The greyhound in an armorial(or levriere in historical terms) is a significant and elegant charge representing faithfulness, vigilance, disciplined energy, and noble character.