Antique Victorian Venus And Mars Agate Cameo Locket 15ct Gold Paste ITEM NUMBER: 20-486

ITEM NUMBER: 20-486

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CONDITION: Small flaw to side of saphiret

ITEM NUMBER: 6043

Peridots are the birthstone of August but are also considered a stone of springtime

Antique Victorian Venus And Mars Agate Cameo Locket 15ct Gold Paste ITEM NUMBER: 20-486An exquisite antique Victorian Love & War locket featuring a detailed high relief cameo expertly hand carved from a dark brown agate. It depicts the profiles of Mars (God of war) and Venus (Goddess of Love) who were often depicted in mythology as both lovers and enemies, highlighting the inherent differences between the genders which are often in conflict, yet united through the irresistible attraction and passion they both share for one another.