Victorian Huge Sterling & Niello Chatelaine Watch Fob Pendant Gunmetal Measurements: The piece hangs approximately

Measurements: The piece hangs approximately 2 3/4" long

The skull hangs freely from a gorgeous 14kt white gold bail

there is no apparent damage to the amethyst pendant or to the beetle

it would make a lovely addition to any collection

and has a depth of 5/8" at the deepest point

Victorian Huge Sterling & Niello Chatelaine Watch Fob Pendant Gunmetal Measurements: The piece hangs approximatelyNiello is the art of ornamenting metal surfaces that is thought to have originated with the Egyptians and spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. It is enamel like substance made alloys of sulfur, copper, silver and lead and used as an inlay on engraved metal. A fabulous and extravagant Niello piece from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Probably once worn as an addition on a chatelaine, this stunning piece is comprised of several sterling silver and