Lot 610 , An unusual sentimental gold and onyx fob seal, circa 1830

An unusual sentimental gold and onyx fob seal, circa 1830

An unusual sentimental gold and onyx fob seal, circa 1830, set with a glass compartment containing hairwork, above a rotating onyx seal inscribed with a sealed letter within the inscription 'VA OÙ NOUS VOUDRIONS ÊTRE' ('go where we would like to be'), mounted in gold with floral engraving, length 2cm, gross weight approximately 4 grams
£300-500