Antique Talon With Rosecut Diamond Charm | Claw Pendant garnet shield creating a complete and ready-to-wear

creating a complete and ready-to-wear jewel

or attach to the band as a ring

This stunning Japanese enamel pendant features a finely rendered silver garden accented with colorful enamel

The ring was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1910) that our jeweler transformed into a ring by riveting it onto a piece of onyx and adding a custom 14k gold mounting

Antique Talon With Rosecut Diamond Charm | Claw Pendant garnet shield creating a complete and ready-to-wearThe use of a "ball and claw" motif originated from ancient Chinese mythology. In ancient times, a dragon's claw clutching a jewel or stone was said to protect the treasure from evil forces attempting to steal it. This alluring charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1910 1920) that we transformed into a charm by removing the pin stem and adding a jump ring bail. The piece is 14k gold and holds a radiant closed back rose cut diamond. The