Victorian Sterling Silver Tiger Claw Bracelet intaglio The back of the locket

The back of the locket is engraved with a large scrolling monogram

featuring the head of a fox

which together form an attractive 3-dimensional design

Each moonstone is bezel set in 14k gold topped in platinum and has a lovely pearly blue color and iridescent flash

which is hinged and clasps at the side

Victorian Sterling Silver Tiger Claw Bracelet intaglio The back of the locketTiger claw jewelry became popular during the British colonization of India during the Victorian period. This period was known as the British Raj (Hindi for 'rule'). The pieces were produced to appeal to the British travelers as souvenirs with an Indian flare. This craft is now banned which makes the older pieces very collectible. This particular tiger claw bracelet from the Victorian Raj (ca1880) era is simply marvelous! The bracelet is comprised of a