Antique 15K, Diamond & Persian Turquoise Locket Back Pendant carved malachite Enhanced with a decorative diamond

Enhanced with a decorative diamond shape at the top

The most popular motif of the era was the star

After eating seeds from the pomegranate offered to her

uniquely set ring incorporates 18 karat yellow gold and silver to form a beautiful flower motif topped with a wee golden crown

Since they are the purest form of diamonds available

Antique 15K, Diamond & Persian Turquoise Locket Back Pendant carved malachite Enhanced with a decorative diamondPersian turquoise was very popular among Victorians. It was brought to Europe via Turkey, and called Pierre Turquoise (Turkish Stone) by the French. It is harder than American turquoise, and has a pure blue color with no matrix, which was desirable in the Victorian Era. Queen Victoria was said to be very fond of the stone, which added to its popularity. In many cultures, it is said to bring protection, health, prosperity and love. Some wear it to ward