Georgian "Can You Keep a Secret" Rebus Intaglio Seal Fob

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Georgian "Can You Keep a Secret" Rebus Intaglio Seal Fob

$800.00

Description

DATE: Georgian, c.1820

Can you keep a secret?

A cool antique seal fob dating from the Georgian period, circa 1820. The base is set with an intaglio carved glass panel, featuring a rebus puzzle. Popular in the Georgian period, the rebus puzzle or "pictogram" typically uses pictures, symbols or letters to spell out parts and syllables of words. In this case, a can for CAN, a yew tree for YOU and the rest "keep a secret". Maybe given to someone as a mischievous gift or to a secret lover. It's crafted in 9k gold throughout with simplistic detailing to the body.

STONES

Glass

MEASUREMENTS

2.5 x 1.9cm

Base: 1.4 x1.7cm

WEIGHT

4.9g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as 9k gold

CONDITION

Very good