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Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch

Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch

$1,450.00

Description

DATE: 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 9ct

CONDITION 

Excellent

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