Antique Shakudo Dragon Conversion Pendant egyptian pharaoh which was originally a Victorian

which was originally a Victorian pin features a dendritic agate that looks a bit like the protective amulet of the evil eye

there is some tarnish in the seam on the reverse of the piece

while the overall piece retains its original pin stem

This elegant amethyst and diamond charm was created from an antique stick pin (circa 1910-1920)

Its gold content and craftsmanship have been professionally verified through X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis and jeweler’s acid testing

Antique Shakudo Dragon Conversion Pendant egyptian pharaoh which was originally a VictorianShakudo is a Japanese mixed metal technique that involved an alloy of copper and gold that was treated to give it a dark black patina. This mixed metal Shakudo dragon pendant was originally an antique sword ornament that our jeweler transformed by adding a 14k gold back and bail. The dragon measures 2. 6 inches from the top of the bail to bottom by 0. 8 inches wide, and it is in excellent condition. It is accompanied by the 18 inch, 14k gold chain