Lapis Lazuli Victorian Boar's Head Fob Pendant silver "Jewellery 1789-1910" by the eminent

"Jewellery 1789-1910" by the eminent jewellery historian and writer

with the image of Ceres

donated to the British Museum

“Liberte

Their delicate design makes them all the more flattering for any occasion

Lapis Lazuli Victorian Boar's Head Fob Pendant silver "Jewellery 1789-1910" by the eminentWith a lapis lazuli base and its silver and gold boar's head motif, this is a fob pendant to remember. Rarely do antique fobs, or any 19th century jewelry for that matter, utilize the outstanding deep and mysterious blues of lapis. One wonders why as fine lapis exudes a coloration not found in other semi precious gems and with its characteristic gold speckles or flecks, it makes it all the more desirable. Serving as the oval plinth, this boar's head