Antique Victorian Etruscan Paste Brooch Dated 1871 Art Deco (1920-1935)

Antique Victorian Etruscan Paste Brooch Dated 1871 Art Deco (1920-1935)An exquisite antique Victorian Etruscan revival brooch from the late 19th Century adorned with pink and green paste stones on top with a pearl dropper and two garland chains hanging from the bottom. The brooch is crafted in pinchbeck with high relief leaves and golden spheres decorating the gallery. Its remained in excellent condition and is complete with a kite hallmark on the back which dates it precisely to the 22nd September 1871. WEIGHT: 19. 1

wires) x Width 13mm x Depth 9mm

21mm across at the clasp

The image of a swallow was popular during the Victorian era and was often gifted as a romantic token as the birds are known to mate for life and therefore symbolise love and faithfulness

METAL: Sterling Silver (Stamped 925)

ITEM NUMBER: 19-266

the pair is rich in symbolism

CONDITION: Good

Measures: Pendant Width 23mm x Height 32mm (37mm inc

one painted in blue enamel and the other decorated with pearls

It displays stunning workmanship throughout and is complete with windows within

The piece is all 15ct Yellow Gold with engraved artistry down each shoulder and complete with hallmarks which date the piece to 1870

AGE: Victorian (Circa 1900)