Victorian 18kt Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Salamander Pin 1ctw Agate Some of the yellow gold

Some of the yellow gold interior is now faded due to age

large amethyst stone and all of the pearls are intact

there is no apparent damage to the white gold setting or to any of the diamonds

and hand-engraved detail throughout that creates a wonderful texture

Condition: The overall condition of the necklace is good

Victorian 18kt Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Salamander Pin 1ctw Agate Some of the yellow goldA magnificent and very decorative pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This sterling topped 18kt gold three dimensional Salamander is encrusted in sparkling Rose Cut diamonds representing scales. The pin is highly detailed, including webbed feet, a very stylized characteristic which was popular during the Victorian (1880) period. With a long curved tail and body, he has two ruby cabochons depicting his eyes. A split tongue emerges from his mouth,