Pigs have been seen as symbols of luck for many years. This early vintage gold pig is such a sweet charm, from its detailed face to its little curly tail, it even has two tiny gemstone cabochon eyes too - these are too tiny to test but we think they are likely either ruby or garnet.
The charm is made of 9ct gold, unhallmarked but tested. The charm measures approx 10.3mm tall (not including the jump ring) by approx 16mm wide by approx 5.9mm deep and weighs approx 0.8g in total.
Without hallmarks, it's hard to date exactly but we think it's likely early to mid 20th Century in age, it could possibly even be a little earlier than this.
Condition - The charm is in good vintage condition with some signs of age and wear including some surface wear and dark marks to the gold and surface wear to gemstone eyes. The pig is hollow in the centre. The jump ring is currently soldered closed. Please see photos.
*Please note the box and chain pictured are not included in the sale but the charm will be shipped in a new presentation box and pouch.*
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Vintage 9ct gold and gemstone eyed pig charm
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