Rutilated Quartz Talon Pendant or Charm | Antique Moonstone Claw or Talon antique watch fob The piece is hollow 14k

The piece is hollow 14k gold with tiny diamond eyes

The pendant is 9ct gold (marked)

it makes a charming addition to any fine vintage collection

The necklace was created from antique pin components

We are providing the option to purchase the pendant with or without the 15 inch 14k gold chain depicted in the photos

Rutilated Quartz Talon Pendant or Charm | Antique Moonstone Claw or Talon antique watch fob The piece is hollow 14kThe use of a "ball and claw" motif originated from ancient Chinese mythology. In ancient times, a dragon's claw clutching a jewel or stone was said to protect the treasure from evil forces attempting to steal it. Centuries later, this motif symbolizes safekeeping of the object it holds. This charm features a rutilated quartz ball set into a 14k gold talon. The pendant was originally an antique stick pin that our jeweler transformed with the addition