Items Similar to 19th Century French Mermaid Stickpin
- Want more images or videos?Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 7
19th Century French Mermaid Stickpin
$17,185.15

About
A magnificent carved agate mermaid mounted as a stickpin. Her hair, tail, and the edge of the basket are silver and embellished with numerous rose-cut diamonds. Above her head she holds a basket containing different coloured fine pearls, as found in the sea. In mind condition. France, 19th century, mastermark.
dimensions: 2.8 x 1.8 x 1 cm
length: 7 cm
weight: 4.33 grams
Details
- Metal18k Gold,Silver
- StoneAgate,White Diamond,Natural Pearl
- Weight4.33 g
- DimensionsHeight: 1.11 in. (28 mm)Width: 0.71 in. (18 mm)Depth: 0.4 in. (10 mm)
- Place of OriginFrance
- PeriodMid-19th Century
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1860
- Condition
- Seller LocationAmsterdam, NL
- Reference Number1stDibs: LU1238259162
Shipping & Returns
- ShippingEstimated Customs Duties & Taxes to the Continental US: $0.Ships From: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Return Policy
A return for this item may be initiated within 2 days of delivery.
1stDibs Buyer Protection Guaranteed
If your item arrives not as described, we’ll work with you and the seller to make it right. Learn More

About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Established in 1964
1stDibs seller since 2010
79 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 5 hours
More From This Seller
- 18 Carat Gold Dachshund Brooch with Ruby EyesLocated in Amsterdam, NLAn 18 carat gold happy little Dachshund brooch with a matte striped fur and a polished collar with a dangling old cut diamond set in white gold with an onyx nose and ruby eyes, Frenc...Category
Vintage 1960s Brooches
MaterialsAgate, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
- Coral Angel BroochLocated in Amsterdam, NLA large coral brooch of an angel, Italy, 18th century. weight: 19.1 grams dimensions: 6.1 cm.Category
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Brooches
MaterialsCoral, 18k Gold
$6,444 - coral brooch and sculptureLocated in Amsterdam, NLA coral brooch and sculpture with a bucolic scene praising country life, Italy, 18th century.Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
- Gold and Silver Gloved Black Enamel Hand Stickpin Holding a Rose Cut DiamondLocated in Amsterdam, NLA rare neo-Renaissance stickpin or ‘ear iron’ featuring a gloved hand decorated with black enamel with gold seams. The thumb and index finger hold a small rose-cut diamond, from whic...Category
Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Brooches
MaterialsDiamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel
- French 19th Century Coral and Pearl Cross EarringsLocated in Amsterdam, NLA pair of large 18 carat gold earrings with cabochon corals and small half natural pearls in the shape of crosses, France, 19th century.Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings
MaterialsNatural Pearl, Coral, 18k Gold
- 18th Century Silver, Gold and Chrysoberyl Aigrette BroochLocated in Amsterdam, NLA large aigrette - turned into brooch - of chrysoberyls set in silver (gold backing) in the form of a spray of four feathers bound together by a ribbon, Portugal, end 18th century. ...Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Brooches
MaterialsChrysoberyl, Gold, Silver
You May Also Like
Tiffany & Co. 19th Century Carved Coral Warrior Stickpin, Original Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Exceptional Collector Quality Tiffany 19th Century Carved Coral Warrior Stickpin with hinged gold helmet which opens with dragon perched on top. Exquisite carving and gold work.
Orig...
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
18 carats rose gold brooch, eagle's head hallmark and silver.
This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a double barrette of gold, each ending at one end with a natural pearl, on wh...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapph...
French 19th Century Natural Pearl Agate Cameo Dress Brooches
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pair of brooches in 18 karat yellow gold.
Dress brooches, these rare antique jewels were worn in duet on a clothing thanks to the peak crimped on the back part. Each antique brooch i...
Category
Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Agate, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century French Mandolin Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century mandolin brooch, realistically formed and encrusted with rose-cut diamonds and multi-colour enamel, on a black patinated background within yellow gold mount, bear...
Category
Antique 1880s Late Victorian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
French 19th Century Gold Silver Hair Memory Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in silver and 18 carats yellow gold.
This rare antique memory brooch is composed of an oval motif made of braided hair on a mother-of-pearl tablet set with initials and protec...
Category
Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
French Paste Feathered Bird Stickpin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual french paste bird stickpin set with rhinestones in sterling. Dyed feathers are for plumage, from the 1930s.<br />
Black enamel beak and claws.<br />
Excellent condition
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Gold Cherub Brooch
Located in London, GB
A French nineteenth century gold cherub brooch, the body of yellow gold with rose-cut diamond encrusted wings, carrying a garland of oval faceted rubies and old cut diamond, with twi...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Antique Enamel Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
French painted Enamel Pendant depicting a Shepherdess paying homage to a statue of a Cherub. 19th Century.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Brooches
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
French 19th Century Rose Diamond Tremblant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A very collectible French rose diamond trembelant. This wonderful tremblant is has a center flower which can be detached and worn as a pendant. These were often worn on a ribbon ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Belle Époque Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
French 19th Century 3 Color Gold Collar Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 18 karat rose, white and green gold, horse head hallmark.
Charming antique brooch of round shape, it is realized in rose gold and presents in application of white gold star...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Napoleon III Brooches
Materials
White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Recently Viewed
View MoreThe 1stDibs Promise
Learn MoreExpertly Vetted Sellers
Confidence at Checkout
Price-Match Guarantee
Exceptional Support
Buyer Protection
Insured Global Delivery