Rutilated Quartz Talon Pendant or Charm | Antique Moonstone Claw or Talon micromosaic earrings 8 inches wide

8 inches wide

5 inches wide and weighs 3

The condition of the enamel is extraordinary with no nicks or chips

03 carat) round brilliant diamond and two synthetic sapphire accent stones set in an ornate open work filigree mounting

Rutilated Quartz Talon Pendant or Charm | Antique Moonstone Claw or Talon micromosaic earrings 8 inches wideThe 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. Centuries later, this motif symbolizes safekeeping of the object it holds. This charm features a rutilated quartz ball set into a 14k gold talon. The pendant was originally an antique stick pin that our jeweler transformed with the addition