Antique 18K & Turquoise Cross Pendant silver denarius Still in existence today

Still in existence today

We have named this piece after the Vestal Virgin Tarpeia

This ring has a simply crafted

Stars and crescent moons were fashioned out of pearls

Condition: One small diamond to be replaced

Antique 18K & Turquoise Cross Pendant silver denarius Still in existence todayPersian turquoise was very popular among Victorians. It was brought to Europe via Turkey, and called Pierre Turquoise (Turkish Stone) by the French. It is harder than American turquoise, and has a pure blue color with no matrix, which was desirable in the Victorian Era. Queen Victoria was very fond of the stone, gifting her bridesmaids with pieces which included it, which added to its popularity. In many cultures, it is said to bring protection,