Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch vauxhall glass took grief and mourning very

took grief and mourning very seriously

variously relating to the Russian Empire

lies in a simple rub over setting

Modelled in 18k gold throughout

Victorian Gold Swallow Brooch vauxhall glass took grief and mourning veryDATE: 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