Victorian "XXX" Bloodstone Barrel Charm hide They're part of a matched

They're part of a matched set with this necklace

The Regiments played an important role in the Battle of Slabbert's Nek (July 1900)

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which came in and out of fashion through the 18th and 19th Centuries

Victorian "XXX" Bloodstone Barrel Charm hide They're part of a matchedDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Unusual antique charm in the form of a barrel with the letters 'XXX' engraved on the top. The barrel itself is crafted in 9k gold and shows foliate detailing, with the other side showing a bloodstone panel. Dating from the Victorian era, circa 1880 The letter "X" is used on some beers, and was traditionally a mark of beer strength, so, a single X for the weakest beer, XX for a medium strength beer, and XXX for the strongest