Victorian Turtle Scatter Pin Brooch

A turn of the century novelty scatter pin consisting of a green enamel and pearl set turtle, and green enamel and pearl spider with cabochon cut ruby eyes, all in 18ct yellow gold an...

A late Victorian pair of turn of the century enamel, pearl and diamond scatter pins, one in the for,m of a flower set with an old-brilliant cut diamond to...

A Victorian yellow gold and pearl talon stick-pin, the yellow gold pin terminating in a realisticaly carved eagle’s talon claw with scale and feather details, holding a pearl measuri...

A Victorian snake gold stick-pin, the old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.3 carats surrounded by a coiled gold snake with textured finish, all in 18ct gold, to yellow g...

A late Victorian diamond-set fox stick-pin, the realistically carved fox head set with rose-cut diamonds and cabochon-cut ruby-set eyes, all set in silver to yellow gold back and pin, circa 1890, the jewelled part measuring 1.4 x 1.1cm, gross weight 4 grams. A whimsical and delightful stock pin featuring a fox’s head set with rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds are wonderfully characterful, catching the light well. The eyes of the fox are two glinting rubies. This handsome piece, made in the late nineteenth century, may have been worn as a reference to the fox hunt...

An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond-set bee stick pin, the thorax set with a cream pearl and the abdomen with a gold pearl, both accompanied by GCS Re...

A stunning Victorian turquoise and 0.08 carat ruby, 0.06 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch with 15k gold pins; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a silver setting, and 15k yellow gold pins. One of the pins is ornamented with a silver setting to the upper border, modelled in the form of a three dimensional falcon. The falcon is embellished with a total of one hundred and thirty-nine pavé set cabochon cut turquoise. The bird's eyes and beak are accented with two bezel set rubies and two pavé set diamonds. The matching pin is ornamented with a French knot style 18k yellow gold motif to the upper border. The pin brooches connect via two spiga style chains. This antique Victorian brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold and silver set, with 15k gold pins. The brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This stunning antique Victorian bird brooch is exceptional quality set with rubies, diamonds and turquoise. The brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in excellent condition. Gemstone Quality Turquoise Quality Color Turquoise Cut Cabochon Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Cabochon Content 0.08 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old Mine Content (total) 0.06 carat Dimensions Length of Falcon Setting 2.8cm/1.1" Width of Falcon Setting 9.25mm/0.36" Length of Falcon Pin...

An impressive antique Victorian 21 karat yellow gold and platinum 'pipe' pin brooch with 12 karat rose gold pin; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique pin brooch has been crafted in 21k yellow gold and platinum, with a 12k rose gold pin. The brooch has been modelled in the form of a three dimensional tobacco pipe. The bowl of the pipe has been crafted in 21k yellow gold, the stem and bit in platinum. The brooch secures with a pin fastening, crafted in 12k rose gold. This antique Victorian pin...

A lovely little moonstone and diamond stick pin set in 18k yellow gold, signed Mauboussin. The stick pink depicts a walking turtle and is composed of a large carved piece of lustro...

This is a wonderful antique Turtle or Tortoise Clip Brooch Pin with Ruby eyes and a fabulous heart shape Pink Rhodochrosite body in 14 Karat Yellow Gold in a gorgeous three dimensional design from the estate of Hollywood Legend Mary Lou Daves. Ms. Daves' jewelry exemplified her exquisite taste. Her jewels were unique, dramatic and elegant. This is one of the most beautiful antique jeweled animal pins we have seen. The fabulous turtle has a fully modeled three dimensional design with gorgeous Ruby eyes, wonderful engraved patterns throughout its head and legs, and the exquisite pink banded Rhodochrosite heart shaped body. I just love this! This whimsical turtle or tortoise walks delightfully across the body and creates a conversation piece to be passed on for generations. Animal inspired jewels are all the rage today. These antique gem set animal jewels are among the most highly desired and collected today. Provenance: The turtle is from the Bel Air estate of Delmer and Mary Lou Daves where a who's who of Hollywood legends (Cole Porter entertained guests at the piano) were entertained. Their love story began on the set of the 1938 film, "Professor Beware." As a successful contract writer for Warner Bros., Delmer Daves wrote the screenplay and wanted to visit the set to see how things were going. 19-year-old, Mary Lawrence was cast as the Bride. He was instantly smitten. "So you're playing the bride? I wish you would marry me," he quipped. "I shall answer you with the same spirit you asked me. Of course I will be yours forever." The two were married for 39 years, had three children and a lifetime of adventures. His career spanned 40 years during which he wrote and/or directed 80 movies including: Love Affair (1939), Destination Tokyo (1943) , Hollywood Canteen (1944), Dark Passage (1947), Broken Arrow (1950), Birds of Paradise (1951), The Last Wagon (1956), An Affair to Remember...

Intricate detail with the use of mixed finishes makes this Victorian brooch an artful stand out piece. A romantic heart shaped crest is ornately decorated with individually set mini...

This is a wonderful antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Lizard, Salamander, Chameleon Brooch Pin set throughout with Rose Cut Diamonds in a gorgeous three dimensional design in Silver a...