Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch coral date letter rubbed

date letter rubbed

and given the relatively delicate medium it's survived in fantastic condition - collet-set in a simple 15k gold mount

Birmingham 1879

They fold together into a pocket-watch style case

Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch coral date letter rubbedDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 An especially lovely antique swallow brooch dating from the turn of the 20th century. The detail is stunning, particularly the individual feathers of the wings and tail, and the cabochon ruby eye. To the Victorians, the swallow represented love and constancy and was a often incorporated into sentimental jewellery such as this. Crafted in 9 karat gold throughout. STONES Ruby MEASUREMENTS 4. 8 x 3. 0cm WEIGHT 3. 3g MARKS Stamped