Stunning Antique Victorian Natural Pink Sapphire & Pearl Crab Necklace 9ct Gold

A rare antique early Victorian natural pink sapphire and seed pearl set crab set into solid 9ct yellow gold with later added chain

This wonderful and very unique antique treasure has been in private hands for many years, set with a collection of very well matched old mined natural pink sapphires that are then finished with little white natural seed pearls. Everything about this jewel I just adore. The Victorians were renowned for their playful and unique designs that took inspiration from everywhere. In this case nature itself with this fantastic handmade golden crab that has been so beautifully made and set with this dazzling display of natural gemstones. I really love the attention to detail here with the crab finished with those pink sapphire eyes, even the legs of the crab are finished with handmade detailing. If you are Cancer on the star chart this could be a very special treasure for yourself. The story goes that Karkinos was a giant crab who rescued the Hydra in a fierce battle with Herakles. Karkinos crushed Herakles and was defeated and for his reward from the Goddess Hera was to place him among the stars as the constellation Cancer forever imprinted in the stars.

If you have been looking for that perfect and unique victorian look, or you just love those hard-to-find antique treasures this could be a great choice for you.