Victorian Horse Hoof Locket engraving archive inspiring jewellers (notably Castellani) to

inspiring jewellers (notably Castellani) to produce replicas of these ancient treasures in the archaeological revival style - often as commissions from European royalty

It dates from the early Victorian era

Different varieties of the gemstone are said to hold different symbolic meanings

Built in 18 carat gold with London hallmarks from the year 1890

and set with rubies and pearls with a further floral motif at the middle of each of the links

Victorian Horse Hoof Locket engraving archive inspiring jewellers (notably Castellani) toHorse hoof jewellery, an elaboration on the often seen lucky horseshoe motif, is charming and bizarre in equal measure. This one's a locket with glass compartment at the top of the hoof, and a powder blue enamelled horseshoe underneath. It's crafted in pinchbeck with a high carat gold wash and dates from the 1870s. A woven lock of hair remains present behind the glass (we can have this removed prior to shipping if preferred). Era: Victorian, circa