Victorian Bloodstone & Carnelian Spinner Fob Pendant niello The significance of the key

The significance of the key is clear here

An hourglass (aka sand timer)

12ct total

with a chunky 14k gold band

one thicker with the words engraved to the outer band

Victorian Bloodstone & Carnelian Spinner Fob Pendant niello The significance of the keyDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Large fantastic late Victorian spinner fob with a chunky buckle frame and two hardstone panels: bloodstone and carnelian. It's crafted in 9 karat gold with scroll details, and dates from 1900, confirmed by a full set of Birmingham hallmarks. STONES Bloodstone & Carnelian MEASUREMENTS 3. 4 x 2. 9cm WEIGHT 17. 5g MARKS English hallmarks for 9k gold, Birmingham, 1900 CONDITION Very good, light wear consistent with age. Tiny