{"product_id":"antique-10k-gold-carved-agate-fob-henderson-armorial-seal","title":"Antique 10K Gold Carved Agate Intaglio Fob Charm, Circa 1820, Henderson Armorial Seal","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis early 19th century fob charm centers on a beautifully carved banded agate intaglio seal, set in period 10K gold fittings, and dating to circa 1820. The intaglio is cut with an armorial device possibly bearing the arms of the Henderson family, specifically the Henderson of Fordell branch of Fife, Scotland, a baronetcy dating to 1664. The shield appears to show three piles issuing from the sinister, with a crescent and ermine-type devices in the chief, surmounted by a crest depicting a hand or arm holding a radiant star with a crescent, and inscribed with the motto \"SOLA VIRTUS NOBILITAT,\" roughly translating to \"Virtue alone ennobles.\" Fob seals of this kind were carried and worn by gentlemen of the period both as functional signet seals for wax correspondence and as personal statements of family identity and heraldic pride, making this piece a compelling link to early 19th century Scottish gentry tradition. The banded agate shows rich natural striations, and the carving retains crisp, legible detail throughout. Offered in very good condition, this is a wonderful find for collectors of antique seals, Scottish heraldry, or fine period gold jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10K gold, carved banded agate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Height 1.75\", Width .0875\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Acanthus Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49165771440298,"sku":"26092006","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/8472\/6186\/files\/Antique_10K_gold_fob_charm_with_carved_banded_agate_intaglio_seal_front_view.png?v=1790363211","url":"https:\/\/acanthusantiques.com\/products\/antique-10k-gold-carved-agate-fob-henderson-armorial-seal","provider":"Acanthus Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}