{"product_id":"antique-victorian-rose-motto-fob-pendant-copy-2","title":"Antique Victorian Whip Motto Fob Pendant","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"167\" data-start=\"83\"\u003eA curious and characterful antique seal fob. Full of intrigue and playful symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"442\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eCreated in base metal, the mount follows a timeless, understated design that allows the intaglio to take centre stage. The fob terminates in a glass paste made to resemble bloodstone, with deep green tones flecked with subtle red, echoing the appearance of the natural gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"444\"\u003eFinely carved into the surface is the intriguing phrase 'Do you want the' accompanied by the image of a whip or horse rising crop. The combination suggests a humorous or provocative motto, typical of the Victorian fondness for witty, sometimes teasing inscriptions. Pieces like this often carried private meanings or were intended as light hearted conversation starters among friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"816\"\u003eThe intaglio would originally have functioned as a seal, pressed into wax to leave its impression. Both practical and personal and in this case a bit of fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eERA: Antique Victorian \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMATERIAL\/HALLMARK: unhallmarked Base Metal \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 2.5 grams in total approximately \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS: 24 x 11mm approximately \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: This is overall lovely antique condition with only a fine patina of wear to the stone and metal.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless stated otherwise all antique boxes are for display only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Please feel free to take a look at all photographs for condition before committing to buy. We do not offer refunds so if in doubt drop us and email and wed be happy to help! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We ship worldwide on all orders \u0026amp; parcels are sent fully insured and well packed in our signature pink boxes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We accept all methods of payment, and orders will be shipped out within 1-3 business days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56493255491910,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/8B362A74-DB41-4611-9C01-01E0BB749A4B.jpg?v=1777827247","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/antique-victorian-rose-motto-fob-pendant-copy-2","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}