Antique Talon Charm | Claw Pendant irish necklace and it can be resized

and it can be resized free of charge

accented with complimentary blue enamel

The bow measures 0

This antique pendant (circa 1900-1920) features a griffin of 14k gold with a single diamond in its mouth

The fancy cable link chain is marked and acid tests for 14k gold

Antique Talon Charm | Claw Pendant irish necklace and it can be resizedThe use of a "ball and claw" motif originated from ancient Chinese mythology. In ancient times, a dragon's claw clutching a jewel or stone was said to protect the treasure from evil forces attempting to steal it. This charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1910 1920) that was converted by refashioning the pin stem into a bail. The piece features a talon of 14k gold clutching a moonstone sphere. The pendant measures 0. 85 from the top of the