{"product_id":"1890s-1900s-hand-painted-sovereign-case-chain","title":"1890s-1900s Hand Painted Sovereign Case + Chain","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe swallow was a popular motif in Victorian and Edwardian jewelry and is undeniably a beautiful design element. But what does this pretty little bird symbolize? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn folklore and legend, swallows have long been associated with safe travel for sailors upon the sea. Sailors would often have an image of a swallow tattooed on their body as a symbol of good luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn jewelry, items with this motif were given as a promise to return or as a gift to ensure safe travels for a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwallows are also a symbol of faithfulness, as they often remain with the same mate for life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis lovely and very unique piece is a sovereign case, meant to hold coins. Dating from the turn of the century, 1890s to 1900s, it is brass with a fading gold plating, hand painted with a swallow carrying a love note, sealed with a red heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt hangs on an 18k gold filled long guard chain with a spring ring on one end and a dog clip on the other. (Marked 18CT GF) \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA beautiful symbol of love and a wonderful gift, this is definitely a one of a kind piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBox is for display purposes only, but please contact me if you would like a box, and I will do my best to find one suitable. Otherwise it will be shipped in a black craft box, ready for gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCase measures 1 3\/8\" without the bail, 2 1\/8\" with the bail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChain measures 52\" total length\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVery good condition overall with a few minor condition issues to note:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring ring on the chain sticks a bit when opened, but can easily be pushed back into place and is secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome wear to the paint on the sovereign case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold plating on case is also worn from use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase opens and closes securely and is still usable should you want to include a sovereign or two :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973530329338,"sku":null,"price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/PXL_20220207_180337797.jpg?v=1785697143","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/1890s-1900s-hand-painted-sovereign-case-chain","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}