Victorian Black Coral Amulet diamond Benevento and Pontecorvo were all

Benevento and Pontecorvo were all formally annexed by November of the same year

dotted with bezel-set diamonds and sapphire

the scallop shell became associated with religious pilgrimages such as Granada to Santiago de Compostela in Spain - pilgrims would wear the emblem as a display of faith through hardship and dedication

Conversion piece

"The workshops in Constantinople and adjacent areas gradually developed a unique style of jewelry

Victorian Black Coral Amulet diamond Benevento and Pontecorvo were allA forked branch of rare black coral hangs from 18 carat gold fittings. Dating from the late Victorian period, it's an unusual (and decidedly gothic) spin on the popular red coral talisman. Era: Victorian, circa 1900 Size: 4. 1cm (including bail) by 1. 8cm Stone: Black Coral Marks: None, tested at 18ct gold Condition: Great antique condition, light wear consistent with age