Victorian Era 18k Gold Enamel Angel and Swallow Pearl Brooch

Some of the most endearing antique jewelry of every era feature little winged beings. Angels, or cherubs, embody sacred love, and may be understood as guardians. On the other hand, enameled jewelry is among the most researched jewelry items in the eyes of the antique jewelry collectors because it offers an almost infinite combination of craftsmanship and artistry across different themes and styles. In front of us a very refined French work Victorian era enameled brooch, featuring a loving winged angel/cherub (a charming, chubby child with wings). We love his mischievous yet very sweet smile, colorful touch of grace, the extreme attention to the details as well as its symbolism: It is a well-known secret language for love, courage and guidance in the Victorian era. The colors used in the enamel show softness and tenderness: the mix of the pastel tones such as rose, blue and green is calming while heartwarming. We also appreciate the elegant mounting of this piece: the central panel is mounted in a 18K gold floral frame...

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For sale a beautiful arrow brooch made in 18K yellow gold with diamonds and pearl. The brooch is dated back to the late 19th century, the Victorian era. The center of the brooch is ...

For sale a rare arrow brooch dated from the 19th century, the Victorian era. This brooch features a stunning yellowish-gray cat-eye chrysoberyl cabochon in the center: a precious phenomenon gemstone that displays a line in the center of the stone when exposed to light. The cat-eye measures 10mm in height and 7mm in width. The cabochon is framed with a circle of white seed pearls, as well as the tail and the point of the arrow. The brooch is mounted in 18K yellow gold and it is stamped with the French owl hallmark for 18K gold. Arrows have been used in sentimental jewelry for centuries and have had various symbolic meanings over time. In the Victorian era, arrows were associated with sentimentality and affection. Arrows were often incorporated into jewelry pieces, such as brooches and lockets, as a symbol of devotion and fidelity. They were also used in jewelry to signify direction, pointing the wearer towards their true love or guiding them through the journey of life. But what makes this piece really special is the use of the cat-eye chrysoberyl which is not often to be found. A cat's eye chrysoberyl gemstone...

This very rare Victorian era fly brooch brings an exotic and vibrant mix of elements that combine imagination with beautiful and vivid colored gemstones. The brooch is mounted in 18K yellow gold featuring two little flies made of diamonds in rose cut style, pink sapphires and natural pearls. Fly jewelry...

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An antique from the Victorian era, circa 1880, featuring a pearl in the center with an enameled star. The centerpiece turns slightly. The back of the piece has a removable piece of g...

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Art Nouveau brooch with diamonds total approx. 0.25ct, cultured pearls, 18K yellow gold, settings silver. Flowers and leaves with colored enamel, 4 flower tendrils, circa 1900, with ...

A Victorian enamel, pearl and diamond brooch, the central silver entwined double heart and ribbon bow motif encrusted with rose-cut diamonds, to a cobalt blue guilloché enamel round ...

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