Antique Stick Tie Pin hardstone cameo Mars god w Gold Griffin Ruby eyes (7473) antique vinaigrette suspending respectively

suspending respectively

The repousse work continues on the shoulders to past the halfway point on the sides

Beneath the upper pair of diamonds

Made by Wang Hing (retailer) Canton and Hong Kong late 19th - early 20th century

seemingly folded back at the bottom and forming a square open reserve with a large rose in full bloom in their center

Antique Stick Tie Pin hardstone cameo Mars god w Gold Griffin Ruby eyes (7473) antique vinaigrette suspending respectivelyAntique Victorian stick, tie or lapel pin. Gold, carved hardstone head with small rubies. Made 19th century. Provenance: from the personal collection of the late Barry Weber. Measurements: Weight is 7. 7 grams. Approximately 3 inches (7. 5cm) long. Description : A carved carnelian hardstone head of the Classic god Mars. The stone is typically a light brown orange, but as we move the stone, it seems to light up from within, depending on the angle of