Victorian Swan Brooch

Victorian Swan BroochExquisitely formed antique swan brooch decked with rose cut diamonds and a magnificent, semi zoomorphic baroque pearl as its folded wing. It dates from the late Victorian period, circa 1880, crafted in 15 carat gold with silver settings and a ruby eye. The jeweller has utilised the different metal tones to great effect, particularly around the beak and eyes. Mute swans (Cygnus olor) appear in Britain's fossil record as far back as 6000 years ago, in

60ct peachy orangish-pink stone certified natural with no heat treatment (Sri Lanka/Ceylon)

they set out their ambitions to drag Italy (literally kicking and screaming if necessary) away from the Roman and Renaissance legacies that dominated its past

The carved coral likely pre-dates their current incarnation as stud earrings by at least 30 years

and Saint Catherine

Striking Art Deco bracelet dating from the 1930s and set with four elaborately carved jade panels

goddess of victory

Era: Art Deco circa 1935

variety chrysoprase

is exquisitely formed

One paste gemstone eye remains

Some slight imperfections to the goldwork but nothing significant or detrimental to the beauty of the pendant

Carved scroll motifs adorn the shoulders