Early Victorian Gold Cased Watch Fob Pendant With Carved Stag Intaglio japanese UK size N US 6

UK size N US 6

This type of work is remarkable

It has nothing to do with the reverse carved painted intaglio types and is enamel fired onto (probably) copper in a gold frame

crimped collet settings

then we have the exquisite gold cannetille frame

Early Victorian Gold Cased Watch Fob Pendant With Carved Stag Intaglio japanese UK size N US 6Description: Lovely antique fob with a brilliant carved intaglio with a family crest including resplendent stag, initials and the motto " Hog Agas Et Dures" We're not sure about that one! The Dures bit is may relate to durability steadfastness resolve? and agas perhaps a servant? So best guess something to do with being a servant to God through thick and thin!? That is at best an educated guess! Age: c1860 Victorian Size and weight: 9. 48g, 3cm top to