Art Nouveau Roaring Lion Watch Fob Hairwork forget-me-nots

forget-me-nots

This piece has some overall wear

The mesmerizing 5mm moonstone orb centerpiece could light up the night sky with its dreamy opalescent luster

one of the wire-work rings is slightly misshaped on the front

The centerpiece of this bracelet almost has a snowflake feel too it

Art Nouveau Roaring Lion Watch Fob Hairwork forget-me-notsIdolized, symbolized and worshiped for centuries, lions are believed to embody strength, courage, nobility and leadership. It's no wonder they have become such a popular jewelry motif! The Ancient Egyptians were one of the first to immortalize the king of the jungle in their jewelry, however, it was British illustrator and cartoonist John Tenniel who elevated the symbol of the lion particularly the British lion in the Victorian era. Tenniel's