{"product_id":"vintage-double-heart-signet-ring-in-9-carat-gold-circa-1971-copy","title":"Early Victorian Garnet \u0026 Diamond Turtle Brooch","description":"\u003carticle style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" data-turn=\"user\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-289\" data-turn-id=\"b96c1d06-4a5d-49a9-9961-105813663937\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle style=\"font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; caret-color: #000000; color: #000000;\" data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-290\" data-turn-id=\"request-6932bec6-10c8-832e-9647-ac4d21b3112f-36\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"db626cef-6e77-4306-93ce-a8068acdd6c4\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eA remarkable and utterly charming early Victorian brooch. Designed in the form of a delightful little turtle which is a rare and whimsical subject in antique jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eThe turtle’s domed shell is formed from a large cabochon garnet of rich, glowing hue, set within a mount of minimum 9 carat gold. The warmth of which adds to the depth of the design. Emerging from beneath, the head and legs are created in silver and intricately set with hand cut rose diamonds, a traditional technique used to enhance the brilliance of the stones in the candlelit world of the 19th century. The tiny eyes are picked out with smaller red garnets, bringing the creature vividly to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eWhat truly sets this piece apart is its personality. The turtle’s sweet expression and gentle smile give it an endearing, almost storybook quality. Animal jewels were often imbued with symbolism, and turtles in particular represented longevity and protection making this not only decorative but meaningful too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1191\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA very rare and enchanting Victorian jewel, full of character, craftsmanship, and warmth. A true collector’s piece that feels as joyful and distinctive today as when it was created over 170 years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"702\"\u003eDETAILS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eERA: Early Victorian \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS: 25 x 18 mm not including the point of the pin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT: 3.7 grams approximately \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKING: unhallmarked 9 carat gold body and silver legs and head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: the ring is in lovely vintage condition with a fine patina to the entire piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlease note the antique box is for display only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":56056274747718,"sku":null,"price":1295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/91605401-C59B-4748-9254-856C08E51AE8.jpg?v=1772036238","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/vintage-double-heart-signet-ring-in-9-carat-gold-circa-1971-copy","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}