Crepuscule

This antique carnelian rolled gold fob pendant is paired with long delicate vintage gold plated chain. 

Fob pendants were originally worn alongside pocket watches and often reflected something personal to the owner - an image, phrase, or monogram with special meaning.

In this piece, the carnelian is a mineral in the quartz family, long revered for both its beauty and its symbolic meaning. It is often associated with vitality, courage, and motivation. Known as a stone of action, it has been used since ancient times to stimulate confidence and creativity. Its warm, fiery color is said to inspire passion, determination, and a zest for life. if you read my recent newsletter, i mention it as a good stone for July.

In ancient Egypt, carnelian was worn to protect the soul on its journey to the afterlife. Warriors in Rome carried it for bravery in battle. Victoirans were quite obsessed with it! Today, it's still valued for grounding energy, restoring motivation, and encouraging positive life choices.

I've kept this piece simple, but I would highly recommend adding to this piece with your own talismanic choices!

As with any antique pieces, there are signs of use and lives lived!

Chain length: 40 cm

Full length: 42.5 cm

Weight: 17 g