Victorian Zoomorphic Pearl Dove Pendant opal Chugg showed that a 3rd

Chugg showed that a 3rd century BC fragment of a high status Macedonian tomb found embedded in the foundations of St Mark's Basilica in Venice in 1960 is an exact fit as part of a tomb-casing for the Sarcophagus of Nectanebo II in the British Museum

The rich 18 carat yellow gold band sets up a pleasing tone contrast with the cool platinum and icy white diamond

Scandinavia has been known for its fine enamel jewellery since the early 20th century

and thus reserved for only the wealthiest folk who wore them as symbols of status

Large head suitable for most designs

Victorian Zoomorphic Pearl Dove Pendant opal Chugg showed that a 3rdPlayful zoomorphic dove pendant dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Carved from pearl, it features delicate feather like surface texture and displays a gorgeous, silky lustre which dances under the light. Finished with a single garnet cabochon eye and buttery 15 carat gold fittings. Doves have found their way into most corners of the Earth, except for the driest areas of the Sahara Desert, Antarctica and the high Arctic. These birds