Victorian Cat's Eye Operculum Riviere Neckalce memento mori This attractive Victorian bangle features

This attractive Victorian bangle features a heart-shaped head

modelled in rich 18k yellow gold

beautifully modelled in 15k yellow gold with rubies for eyes

King George III's favourite daughter who sadly suffered a premature death

Offered in very good condition

Victorian Cat's Eye Operculum Riviere Neckalce memento mori This attractive Victorian bangle featuresDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An unusual antique riviere necklace set with 15 operculum stones. These curious 'gemstones' (commonly known as cat's eye or shiva's eye) arean anatomical part of the marine snail; operculum literally means "little lid," and they form a sort of trapdoor over the opening in the shell. They're mounted in closed back silver settings, each one attached to the next with two silver chains. STONES Operculum MEASUREMENTS Wearable