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A unique MIZPAH Tiger claw pendant necklace from the Victorian era, c1880! Made of 9ct rosy yellow gold, the MIZPAH pendant comprises of a historical Tigers claw wrapped and riveted with a stylized MIZPAH plaque and Etruscan-revival detailed cap with scroll work atop.
The Tiger claw attaches to a recent 9ct yellow gold curb chain measuring 52cm (20.5") in total length. The Tiger claw measures approx. 4.50cm in length.
Video of the necklace can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Lmud50MhHog
MIZPAH jewellery was in high demand in the Victorian period, often conveying love and protection, and with its biblical meaning 'watchtower' or 'lookout' it often signified an emotional bond between two people in a time of separation; the word originating from the bible Genesis 31, Verse 49, “And Mizpah; for he said, The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another”.
The use of Tiger claw jewellery in the 19th century was prevalent and often given and worn as symbols of power and protection. The talismanic properties of wearing a Tiger claw dates back to ancient Asian origins.
This one-of-kind antique necklace would make a wonderful gift to that someone special!
| Victorian era claw (c1880) and recent chain | |
| 9ct yellow gold | |
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| "375" "1 *AR" "UNOAERRE" (Italian stamps to chain) | |
| 13.21 grams total | |
| 52cm (20.5") long | |
| The condition of the antique necklace is very good. Besides general surface wear, the pendant presents well with no major damage and MIZPAH plaque remains firmly secured to the claw |
