Art Nouveau Dragon Charm | Antique Pin Conversion white enamel 7 inches from east to

7 inches from east to west

it would not be a ring suitable for everyday wear due to the closed back diamond which should not be exposed to water

while the 14k gold band and turquoise cabochon are later additions to the piece

The pendant is in very good condition with only 3 or 4 missing tesserae (visible only under magnification)

The stick pin

Art Nouveau Dragon Charm | Antique Pin Conversion white enamel 7 inches from east toDragons have many meanings across cultures, but the prevailing trait is their symbolism of power. This Art Nouveau era charm (circa 1900 1909) displays a golden dragon adorned in green and pink enamel, guarding a brilliant white pearl. The 14k gold charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1900 1910) transformed with the addition of a 14k gold jump ring bail. The piece measures 1 inch from the top of the jump ring to the bottom of the pearl by