A convict chain decorated with a pendant representing a bee seal.

 Napoleon Bonaparte chose the bee as the emblem of his reign, replacing the Bourbon fleur-de-lis. He was inspired by the golden bees found in the tomb of Childeric I (king of the Franks in the 5th century), a symbol of ancient and meritocratic power. The bee then represented immortality, resurrection, order, and industry—values dear to Napoleon and his regime.

 Pendant dimensions: 17x15 mm
 Chain length: 45 cm
 3 micron gold plated.