Antique 9ct gold Split pearl horseshoe brooch

Antique 9ct gold Split pearl horseshoe broochA gorgeous little antique, Victorian 9ct gold and split pearl lucky horseshoe brooch. The horseshoe has for centuries been used in jewellery as a symbol of good luck and featured heavily in Victorian jewellery, the Victorian era saw a great surge in the popularity of jewels with meaning and symbolism and the horseshoe was no exception. This lovely piece is crafted in 9ct yellow gold and set with creamy seed pearl. This brooch can be worn in many ways

it is a versatile little piece

back of the band has wear to the engraving and band

The dog clips are stamped too and this is a heavy chain

It has a smooth 9ct Rose gold band tapering from the setting and the setting front is finished in sterling silver

some patina to the reverse

A very well made piece

75" to 7" looks great worn alone or with other bangles for a mega stacked look

a good sized pendant full of cheer

surface wear / light scratches to the stone

it is Unmarked tests as silver

such a beautiful piece

it is not signed