Antique Victorian Gold‎ Filled Carnelian Intaglio Centurion Roman Pendant

The item is a Victorian carnelian intaglio fob or pendant, made with gold-filled. The oval carnelian stone features an intaglio carving (engraved design) of an ancient Roman or Greek soldier or centurion in profile.  • Material: The stone is carved carnelian, often described as a deep amber or blood-red color. The setting is gold-filled or various karats of solid gold (e.g., 10k) • Design: It features an oval shape with a fancy, often roped or beaded, bezel setting. • Historical Context: Dating from the late 19th century, these items were originally worn as decorative attachments (fobs) on a gentleman's watch chain. Today, they are commonly worn as a pendant on a necklace or as a charm on a bracelet. Gently used  5.11 grams  3/16” x 5/16” with bail  Carnelian  10k gold filled