Georgian Three-Tone Gold Padlock Pendant mourning Was it commissioned to commemorate

Was it commissioned to commemorate the founding of the Union of Russian Artists

but so much more

mounted in beautifully worked platinum settings with fine millegrain detailing to the edges

The Victorians created a secret "language of flowers" whereby different flowers and plants were infused with meaning

it's not often paired with the crescent - however

Georgian Three-Tone Gold Padlock Pendant mourning Was it commissioned to commemorateDATE: Georgian, c. 1810 This wonderful antique padlock was made in France at the height of Napoleon's First French Empire (circa 1810). It's crafted in 18 karat rose gold, with applied three tone gold ornamentation to the front: rose gold flowers, green gold vine leaves, and a yellow gold background. The craftsmanship, as with much French jewellery of this period, is nothing short of exceptional. Made at time when France had established hegemony over