Antique Original Handmade 14 Carat Gold Onyx and Seed Pearl Brooch

Timeless Victorian Onyx 14 kt Gold and Seed Pearl Buckle Brooch from the late 19th Century. 2.75" x .5". 1880's USA. Excellent condition.

This antique late 19th century oval shaped openwork brooch is created with a large faceted amethyst. The amethyst is brilliant cut, translucent and has a beautiful purple levender co...

An exquisite piece of Victorian Mourning Jewelry. The pin is made up of either French Jet or Black Onyx and Seed Pearls set in 14 Kt Gold. Th...

An antique 19th century drop-shaped brooch created in 14 karat gold. The brooch is set with seven seed pearls and the surface is beautifully detailed with fine filigree and cannetille work. Cannetille typically features fine gold wires or thinly hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1900's, especially in the 1820's and 1830's. Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments. Like cannetille, seed pearls reached the height of popularity in the 19th century. Pearls add femininity, refinement, and sophistication to the jewelry. The Victorians adored using pearls...

A 14 karat yellow gold cannetille brooch made in the Netherlands around 1900. The brooch is finely made with cannetille, gold twisted wire and buttons or knots decorate the top of th...

An exceptional, fine and impressive Victorian black onyx, enamel and seed pearl, 20 karat yellow gold mourning brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique brooch has been crafted in 20k yellow gold. The brooch has a tiered elliptical form, ornamented with a black onyx panel set in relief to the centre. The onyx panel is ornamented with a central eight-point star motif, embellished with fourteen impressive seed pearls. The outer portion of the brooch is ornamented with impressive black enamel and bears elucidating wording 'In Memory Of'. The elliptical enamel decoration is flanked with rope twist decorated borders. The posterior of this exceptional Victorian brooch is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription 'Mother 21st Feby 1882' and 'Father 20th Jany 1874'" The reverse of the brooch is inset with a push fit panel, which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed; the original hair may easily be removed and replaced if desired. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp. This onyx mourning...