Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch vauxhall glass tests as 18k gold and

tests as 18k gold and platinum

It's set with highly domed

particularly the fanned tail which is made up of cannetille ornamentation as well as graduated gold balls

36ct old pear shape brilliant cut

Chester (date mark rubbed)

Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch vauxhall glass tests as 18k gold andDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 An especially lovely antique swallow brooch dating from the turn of the 20th century. The detail is stunning, particularly the individual feathers of the wings and tail, and the cabochon ruby eye. To the Victorians, the swallow represented love and constancy and was a often incorporated into sentimental jewellery such as this. Crafted in 9 karat gold throughout. STONES Ruby MEASUREMENTS 4. 8 x 3. 0cm WEIGHT 3. 3g MARKS Stamped