Victorian Winged Lion Silver Suite Amethyst Measures: 5cm x 3

Measures: 5cm x 3

This piece could also be worn as a pendant

With cabochon ruby eyes and a large pearl centred on its chest

white and black bar shaped top finished in gold scrolls

Victorian Winged Lion Silver Suite Amethyst Measures: 5cm x 3Victorian silver and silver gilt brooch pendant and earring suite circa 1890, featuring the winged lion of St Mark in silver gilt. Pendant brooch with a locket back. Later shepherds hook earring fittings. The winged lion symbol is associated with St. Mark according to ancient legend, while taking refuge from a storm in the city of Venice, Mark was visited in a dream by an angel in the form of a winged lion. Measurements: Pendant Brooch: 6. 7cm x 3.