Antique Talon Charm | Antique Tiger's Eye Charm October birthstone The interior of the band

The interior of the band is marked 14k gold and "Keepsake

The piece is unmarked

The stunning gold locket dates to the early 1900s

The pansy was originally part of an antique brooch (transformed with the addition of a 14k gold bail)

Antique Talon Charm | Antique Tiger's Eye Charm October birthstone The interior of the bandThe use of a "ball and claw" motif originated from ancient Chinese mythology. In ancient times, a dragon's claw clutching a jewel or stone was said to protect the treasure from evil forces attempting to steal it. Centuries later, this motif symbolizes safekeeping of the object it holds. This eye catching tiger's eye talon pendant was originally an antique 10k gold stick pin (circa 1900). Our jeweler removed the pin stem and welded on a 10k gold bail.