Imperial Russian Niello Egg Pendant miniature and were the first dinosaur

and were the first dinosaur sculptures in the world

Some damage/repair work to the back of the head

Old Mine Cut Diamonds - total carat weight around 28pts

Head: 16 x 13mm

Imperial Russian Niello Egg Pendant miniature and were the first dinosaurDATE: Pre Revolution, c. 1890 A fine antique miniature egg pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th Century. It's crafted in niello silver, with abstract clover and foliate detailing. Wonderfully made, with clear Russian silver marks to the original bail (84) MEASUREMENTS 1. 7 x 1. 0cm (not including bail) WEIGHT 1. 2g MARKS 84z silver mark CONDITION Very good, some light wear commensurate with age