Victorian 18k Gold Gargoyle Charm victorian locket Tennessee):

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Victorian 18k Gold Gargoyle Charm victorian locket Tennessee):DATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An unusual antique gargoyle charm dating from the Victorian period, circa 1880. It's crafted in 18k solid gold and features two rose cut diamonds coming out of it's mouth, on each side. Wear this as your personal protector from bad luck and evil sprits. Gargoyles were originally designed in 13th century French architecture, for the disposing of water. Typically, a trough was cut into the back of the gargoyle and the rainwater