Victorian 18k Gold 'Pinocchio' Charm fancy yellow diamond and it's survived in near

and it's survived in near excellent condition

who founded powerful coastal colonies in the south of Italy from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Gulf of Taranto

explanation is that these were exchanged as betrothal rings one year before the engagement - sort of like saying "you're a keeper"

or possibly a jellyfish

Victorian 18k Gold 'Pinocchio' Charm fancy yellow diamond and it's survived in nearDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 A wonderful charm dating from the Victorian period, circa 1900. This charm has been made as 'Pinocchio', the little fictional character created by Carlo Lorenzini in 1883. It's crafted in 18k gold and his little arms and legs are fully articulated and jiggle around as it's worn, much like a puppet. MEASUREMENTS Length: 3. 3cm WEIGHT 2. 4g MARKS Stamped 18k CONDITION Very good