Victorian Garnet & Diamond Pansy Locket ruby the band is modelled in

the band is modelled in 14k white gold and the stones mounted in platinum

It's exceptionally well worked

Although it's usage as a medical symbol is now in decline

native to eastern mainland Australia

Victorian Garnet & Diamond Pansy Locket ruby the band is modelled inDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 An outstanding Victorian quatrefoil locket with gem set pansy motif on the front. The smaller two petals are represented by asymmetrical pear shaped almandine garnet cabochons, unusually cut with pavilion facets while the other petals and the centre are set with chunky old mine cut diamonds. The name pansy derived from the French word pense, or "thought", so here (amid the wave of 19th century Victorian sentimentality)