Georgian Chalcedony Hourglass Charm "Tempora Mutantur" platinum The mother of all chequerboard

The mother of all chequerboard rings

making the flowers really stand out

1st Century AD - Ring: Georgian

5ct approx

The head is hinged

Georgian Chalcedony Hourglass Charm "Tempora Mutantur" platinum The mother of all chequerboardDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A cool Georgian hourglass charm pendant dating from the early 19th Century, circa 1820. The bulbs are carved from a single piece of chalcedony, with the words "Time trieth" (time tries) and "Tempora Mutantur" (times are changed) the latter an abbreviation of the adage: "Times are changed; we, too, are changed within them". It's crafted in 15 karat gold and remains in great condition. STONES Chalcedony MEASUREMENTS 1. 8 x 1. 0cm