{"title":"Victorian Jewellery (1837-1901)","description":"\u003cp\u003eVictorian Jewellery (1837-1901) refers to pieces made during the reign of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. This was a sentimental time period and many jewels had an emotional touchpoint, whether celebrating births and weddings or mourning loved ones. Victorian jewellery is varied, eclectic and full of sparkling diamonds and precious gemstones.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-enamel-diamond-and-gold-flower-brooch-circa-1890","title":"Victorian Enamel Diamond and Gold Flower Brooch, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian enamel, diamond and gold flower brooch, with five cream and red striped enamelled petals, with an old-cut diamond in the centre and rose-cut diamond set stamens. The gold stem forms a knotted loop around the flower, with a rose-cut diamond set at the base of the stem, circa 1890. Electronically tested as 18ct gold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797241807178,"sku":"22296B3","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-enamel-diamond-and-gold-flower-brooch-circa-1890_175aed6b-f7f6-4b9e-ad5b-7033439bf5dc.jpg?v=1791140432"},{"product_id":"antique-hera-cameo-brooch-with-sardonyx-natural-pearl-and-gold-circa-1890","title":"Antique Hera Cameo Brooch with Sardonyx Natural Pearl and Gold, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique cameo brooch, depicting Hera, the ancient Greek goddess of women, marriage and childbirth, on a sardonyx hardstone cameo, with a dark brown background, mounted in yellow gold surround, set with six, natural half pearls, spaced between sets of three white enamel lines, with a glazed locket back, which appears to contain woven hair. With French eagle marks for 18ct gold and a maker's mark, circa 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797242003786,"sku":"30195B","price":4800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-hera-cameo-brooch-with-sardonyx-natural-pearl-and-gold-circa-1890_36ba0b74-1439-40bc-856c-500d87eb3dca.jpg?v=1791140442"},{"product_id":"antique-hardstone-sardonyx-cameo-and-gold-brooch-circa-1875","title":"Antique Hardstone Sardonyx Cameo and Gold Brooch, Circa 1875","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique cameo brooch, with a hardstone sardonyx cameo of a lady, with a Roman hairstyle, on a brown background, in a double row gold frame, with a rub over setting, a twisted chain and engraved, stamped foliate surround. There is a loop at the back so the brooch can be worn as a pendant, circa 1875.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797244100938,"sku":"81094B","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-hardstone-sardonyx-cameo-and-gold-brooch-circa-1875_09f4e30a-344f-4fee-a737-68b12add9282.jpg?v=1791140478"},{"product_id":"antique-swiss-enamel-and-gold-mountain-scene-brooch-circa-1840","title":"Antique Swiss Enamel and Gold Mountain Scene Brooch, Circa 1840","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique, Swiss enamel brooch, showing a mountain scene, with a woman, in regional peasant dress, leaning on a goat and man blowing a horn, with goats and a chalet in the background, on hand painted enamelled plaque, mounted in gold, with a scalloped border, circa 1840. Typically Swiss enamels feature peasants in regional dress of the Swiss cantons, or states. They were often made as tourist pieces. Their popularity declined with the invention of photography. The back is numbered 6 14.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797251735882,"sku":"20106B","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-swiss-enamel-and-gold-mountain-scene-brooch-circa-1840.jpg?v=1791140583"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-gold-pear-shape-drop-earrings-circa-1880","title":"Antique Diamond and Gold Pear Shape Drop Earrings, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique diamond drop earrings, set with old-cut diamond clusters in a pear shape, claw setting, on ear wires, mounted in 14ct yellow gold, circa 1880. Estimated total diamond weight 1.00ct.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797260517706,"sku":"161007E2","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-and-gold-pear-shape-drop-earrings-circa-1880_3ef23bb4-29ce-4a68-a0fa-7779172ef6e5.jpg?v=1791140712"},{"product_id":"victorian-enamel-diamond-and-gold-bangle-circa-1850","title":"Victorian Enamel Diamond and Gold Bangle, Circa 1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian enamel, diamond and gold bangle, formed of five plaques, with blue guilloche enamel centres, with scrolling white enamel decoration. The centre plaque is set with six rose-cut diamonds, each measuring an estimated 4.5mm in diameter, the edges are engraved with triangles, circa 1850, with some lifting to the enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797261599050,"sku":"3710T","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-enamel-diamond-and-gold-bangle-circa-1850_c9905a78-ebdb-4472-b057-88159ba580d7.jpg?v=1791140787"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-flower-earrings-circa-1880-9-00-carats","title":"Antique Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Flower Earrings, Circa 1880, 9.00 Carats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique diamond flower earrings, set with approximately 9.00ct of old-cut diamonds, in total, with the principle cushion shaped diamond weighing approximately 1.50ct, in each, in cut down settings, with a surround of old-cut diamonds, in pairs, to represent stamens, with grain set old-cut diamonds in the petals, mounted in silver-upon-gold, circa 1880, with modern fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797275001162,"sku":"3.11E+07","price":58000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-flower-earrings-circa-1880-9-00-carats.jpg?v=1791140930"},{"product_id":"french-antique-fraumont-diamond-silver-and-gold-necklace-and-earrings-suite-circa-1855","title":"French Antique Fraumont Diamond, Silver and Gold Necklace and Earrings Suite, Circa 1855","description":"\u003cp\u003eA French antique Fraumont diamond necklace and earring suite, with a drop pendant, set with an old-cut diamond, in a claw setting, surrounded by a circle of grain set diamonds and a border of graduated old-cut diamonds, with three suspended old-cut diamond drops, the necklace is set with bars of grain set diamonds, alternating with claw set single diamond, with a fringe of suspended diamond set bars and single claw set old-cut diamonds and a pair of drop earrings, set with an old-cut diamond, in a claw setting, surrounded by a circle of grain set diamonds and a border of graduated old-cut diamonds, mounted in silver-upon-gold, circa 1855, with maker's marks for Fraumont. Estimated total diamond weight 20.60ct.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eAuguste Fraumont was working in Paris, at 51, rue Neuve-des-Petits-Champs. His name and address appear in directories in 1847 and 1859. His maker's mark, an ear of wheat between an A and an F, was registered on 21st July, 1855, he was renowned for his fine diamond jewellery. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797284307274,"sku":"2114N","price":65000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/french-antique-fraumont-diamond-silver-and-gold-necklace-and-earrings-suite-circa-1855.jpg?v=1791141045"},{"product_id":"antique-gold-frog-cufflinks-circa-1900","title":"Antique Gold Frog Cufflinks, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique gold frog cufflinks, with models of frogs on oval back plates, with a wire twist within the surround, mounted in gold with a numbered mark, and twisted bar fittings. Circa 1900. Electronically tests as 22ct gold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797300068682,"sku":"S23615CL","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-gold-frog-cufflinks-circa-1900.jpg?v=1791141356"},{"product_id":"russian-moonstone-diamond-gold-and-silver-cufflinks-circa-1900","title":"Russian Moonstone, Diamond, Gold and Silver Cufflinks, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique Russian, moonstone cufflinks, set with cushion-shaped, cabochon-cut, silver moonstones, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds, in silver cut down settings, mounted in rose gold, with chain link fittings. Circa 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797304885578,"sku":"S29116CL","price":45000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/russian-moonstone-diamond-gold-and-silver-cufflinks-circa-1900_d6c016c8-e52c-4466-8d3a-b088c54a9b64.jpg?v=1791141505"},{"product_id":"desbazeille-art-nouveau-champagne-diamond-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1895","title":"Desbazeille Art Nouveau Champagne Diamond and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1895","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of French, Art Nouveau, champagne brown diamond and yellow gold floral cufflinks, for Maison G. Desbazeille, with old-cut pink toned dark champagne brown diamonds, in rub over settings, in the centre of engraved sunflower like flowers, with a twisted wire border, on chain links, mounted in gold, with French eagle head marks for 18ct gold and maker's mark G*D for Germain Desbazeille, circa 1895.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLouis Desbazeille became partners with Ernest Derouen, circa 1872. In 1877 Louis Desbazeille started his own business. He specialised in carved gems, cameos, intaglios and engraved garnets and gentlemens jewellery, such as cufflinks, lockets, swivel seals, rings and stickpins. His son, Germain, joined the firm, in 1881. Louis Desbazeille retired in 1886. La Maison G. Desbazeille, broadened the range, to include plique-à-jour jewellery with Arabic, Persian and Japanese themes, hair combs, bookmarks and hatpins. Germain used pierced cameos (à jour) in an attempt to boost their popularity. By 1889 cameos and intaglios had become less fashionable. Germain Desbazeille concentrated on marketing medal jewellery accented with applied patinas and enamels. Medal jewels, imitating ancient Greek and Roman medals and coins, was a branch of the Art Nouveau jewellery movement. Master medal engravers and those adept at the use of the tour à réduire were in high demand and received important commissions from the top jewellers. Desbazeille commissioned some of the most excellent examples, including the 'Cleopatra', 'The Four Seasons', 'Women with Flowers' and 'Saint George' medals by Émile-Séraphin Vernier (1852-1927). From 1895 the firm also kept Oscar Roty (1846-1911) occupied with the creation of religious and irreligious medals. Roty was an expert in the use of the tour à réduire - a machine, inspired by a lathe, designed in Russia, in the 1700s, to reduce designs and etch metals. He studied at the Ecole de Beau Arts, Paris. In 1885 he was awarded the Chevalier of the Légion d'Honneur. He won the Grand Prix for his medal jewellery in 1889. Germain Desbazeille, whose maker's mark is a G, a star and a D in a lozenge, had premises at 6 rue Monsigny, Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desbazeille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797305049418,"sku":"S28116CL2","price":21000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/desbazeille-art-nouveau-champagne-diamond-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1895.jpg?v=1791141517"},{"product_id":"wiese-cornelian-intaglio-cufflinks-circa-1925","title":"Wiese Cornelian Intaglio Cufflinks, Circa 1925","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Wiese, intaglio cufflinks, set with cornelian intaglios, mounted in 18ct gold. The intaglios depict a child's head; the bust of a philosopher; Hygeia, the Greek goddess of hygiene, with a serpent around her neck, this intaglio is dated to circa third century A. D. and Gryllus, a Greek mythological character, who was half man, half pig, with two faces, one on his stomach; this intaglio is dated to circa second century A. D.. The cast mounts depict three rows of rope style wire twists, with a beading surround, in fine gold, with carabiner fittings, with French eagle marks, signed Wiése. Accompanied by an invoice dated 1925.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJules Wièse is regarded as one of the finest silver and goldsmiths of the 19th Century. Born in Berlin in 1818 he became apprenticed to the court goldsmith Johann Georg Hossaeur at the age of sixteen. Not long afterwards he moved to Paris, working first for J-V Morel before settling in a position with the renowned jewellers Froment-Meurice in 1839. He quickly rose to become workshop manager, tripling his wage in the process, before deciding that further financial gains could be made by setting up his own workshop which he did in 1845 at number 7, rue Jean-Pain-Mollet. To begin with he worked exclusively for his former employer who recognised his invaluable contribution at the 1849 Paris Exposition by ensuring that Wièse was awarded a collaborators medal. By the time of the next Paris fair six years later, Wièse was exhibiting under his own name having registered his makers mark some years previously. This consisted of his initials JW with a star above and below within a vertical lozenge it was registered in 1844 and remained in use for the next forty six years. The exposure he gained at this fair won him a significant and widely appreciative audience, including his peers and the judges, who awarded him a First Class medal for his work, commending him on his “excellence as a modeller and inventor”. On seeing his display stand, Wièse’s contemporary M. Magne wrote that he was a “fine goldsmith and jeweller with an already distinguished reputation… the importance of his pieces and his brave experiments reveal, even in the most modest work, an awareness of art and beauty which deserves to be encouraged….” He continued to produce both jewellery and other items such as mirrors, knives and goblets in the Neo-Renaissance style for many years, winning further medals in Paris and London, and securing various commissions including one from the city of Autun for a decorative presentation sword. His work was highly sculptural, often featuring figures which could be either human or mythological in nature, many with a definite Gothic overtone. In 1880 his son Louis (1852-1923) assumed control of the workshop having been trained by his father and when Jules died ten years later, Louis registered his own makers mark - the name WIESE with a star above and one below in a horizontal lozenge. Described by Vever as “an exceptionally modest and truly talented artist” Louis sought to continue the exemplary reputation for fine craftsmanship that his father had earned during his career. He continued working in the same tradition, producing beautifully crafted goldwork (sometimes to his father’s designs) which explored the familiar themes of the Neo-Renaissance and Gothic imagination whilst also looking to religion and archaeology to inspire him. He frequently employed grotesque beasts and gargoyles, ecclesiastic detailing and historic influences. If gems were used he would typically set them using antique-inspired methods and he was also known to use mercury oxide to distress the surface of metal, further enhancing the ‘aged’ appearance of his jewels. Enamelling was used to introduce colour and add another dimension to his pieces which are still highly regarded today and collected by a discerning group of individuals including contemporary goldsmiths. Examples of Wièse jewellery can be found in major museums worldwide including the British Museum and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797306917194,"sku":"S14216CL","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/wiese-cornelian-intaglio-cufflinks-circa-1925_f1180d2e-f843-4ca6-9574-b0185deae622.jpg?v=1791141539"},{"product_id":"french-georges-le-sach-for-tiffany-co-art-nouveau-sapphire-ruby-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1890","title":"French Georges Le Saché for Tiffany \u0026 Co. Art Nouveau Sapphire Ruby and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Tiffany art nouveau sapphire and ruby cufflinks, with three cabochon sapphires set on one side and three cabochon rubies on the other, mounted on a foliate design, with an oval surround, in 18ct gold, with red patina, signed Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., engraved L.C.J. on each back. Each part has a French eagle mark, for 18ct gold and French makers marks with LS, in a lozenge, over an oval with a dot in the middle, which is a bobeche - a candle holder, for Georges Le Saché, whose marks were registered in 1885 and 1920, circa 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGeorges Le Saché was a respected French jewellery designer and manufacturer who created pieces for some of the most prominent jewellery houses of the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. Born into a creative family in Paris in 1849, Georges Le Saché showed artistic promise early in life. His grandfather Jean-Jacques Le Saché was an engraver for the Paris Mint and was commissioned by the Mayor of Ghent in 1810 to make a medal for which he was praised not only for “the imaginative handling of the subject” but also the “meticulous craftsmanship evident in the piece”. His father, Emile, was a talented draughtsman, with a particular skill for line engraving, whilst his mother ran a jewellery shop in Paris’s Palais Royal. \u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe young George wanted to be a painter. His creative talents were nurtured and inspired by spending much of his early youth with artists, including one of the best academic painters, William-Adolphe Bouguereau. He planned to attend the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris however his parents wanted a more secure career path for him. Fearing the life of a painter was too unstable, they sent him to Germany, in 1866, at the age of 17. He worked for the renowned jewellery firm, Friedman, which was well known in France at the time and where Carl Fabergé would go to train a few years later. Le Saché's his skill as an artist was quickly recognised and he worked on the rendering of designs, whilst being exposed to all aspects of the jewellery trade. He then travelled to England where he studied and learnt as much as possible, applying his knowledge of drawing and design to a variety of decorative arts. At the outbreak of war in 1870 he returned to France, where he spent six months serving in the 1st battalion of the Seine regiment, until March 1871. He then returned to London for another year, until settling back in Paris, finding work as a designer for the jeweller Lucien Falize. \u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis proved an important period in Le Saché’s life as he and Falize became friends as well as professional collaborators. Falize taught him much about the jewellers’ art and Le Saché's position enabled him to study a wide variety of wonderful jewels, both antique and contemporary. The craft of the goldsmith inspired Le Saché’s designs, leading him to become a knowledgeable and skilled manufacturer, thanks to the careful tutelage and encouragement of his friend. After five years of working with Falize, Le Saché left, to join the highly regarded manufacturing jewellery company, Baucheron et Guillain, in 1877. His marriage to Baucheron’s daughter made a move to the family business almost inevitable. Eventually he would take it over as his own. He soon came to create pieces for some of the most famous Parisian jewellery houses of the period, who exhibited his pieces at the world fairs, both in Paris and internationally. He also attracted the attention of the American jewellers, Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., who commissioned various pieces from him.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLe Saché ran his workshop for over thirty years, preferring to remain anonymous. He worked to commission and sold only through agents. His workshop trained a steady stream of apprentices and craftsmen, never forgetting his enriching five years with Falize. The quality of his work spoke for itself. He was recognised by his peers, in 1901, with a large silver-gilt plaque, awarded for what Henri Vever referred to as the “rare talents and absolute integrity of an excellent artist and manufacturer”. Despite never seeking attention for himself his pieces are now in some of the most important jewellery collections in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:14.6667px;\"\u003eWith thanks to Hancocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tiffany \u0026 Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797308064074,"sku":"S3616CL4","price":14000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/french-georges-le-sach-for-tiffany-co-art-nouveau-sapphire-ruby-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1890_248384a1-d408-48e1-9224-47a4a83ff46a.jpg?v=1791141577"},{"product_id":"victorian-aesthetic-movement-gold-pearl-diamond-black-enamel-and-ruby-earrings-circa-1875","title":"Victorian Aesthetic Movement Gold, Pearl, Diamond, Black Enamel and Ruby Earrings, Circa 1875","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Victorian, Aesthetic Movement, drop earrings, set with natural half seed pearls, old and rose-cut diamonds and rubies, with black enamel, mounted in gold, on hooks, circa 1875. With French owl, modern, import marks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797320614218,"sku":"S6617E1","price":17000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-aesthetic-movement-gold-pearl-diamond-black-enamel-and-ruby-earrings-circa-1875.jpg?v=1791141680"},{"product_id":"coral-and-gold-snake-cufflinks-circa-1890","title":"Coral and Gold Snake Cufflinks, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique, coral and gold snake cufflinks, with gold snakes, coiling around salmon coloured coral boutons, on chain links, mounted in 15ct gold, English, circa 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797348729162,"sku":"XS\u0026AN18718R","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/coral-and-gold-snake-cufflinks-circa-1890_182b7944-3152-4c1b-a7c5-cdfded26da1e.jpg?v=1791141789"},{"product_id":"antique-garnet-silver-and-gold-desk-seal-circa-1850","title":"Antique Garnet, Silver and Gold Desk Seal, Circa 1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique garnet set desk seal, with pavé set rose-cut garnets on the handle, mounted in silver, with a gold seal, engraved with the head of a man, with a Roman hairstyle, circa 1850.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797348991306,"sku":"S16818M","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-garnet-silver-and-gold-desk-seal-circa-1850_adbebcf7-cb81-485c-aaf2-fecb4d65f0ee.jpg?v=1791141799"},{"product_id":"giuliano-enamel-peridot-moonstone-garnet-and-gold-pendant-circa-1885","title":"Giuliano Enamel, Peridot, Moonstone, Garnet and Gold Pendant, Circa 1885","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Carlo Giuliano enamel, peridot, moonstone, garnet and gold pendant with a cabochon-cut peridot, in the centre of a cluster of eight, cabochon-cut moonstones, with a blue, white, black and red enamelled fleur-de-lys surround, bordered by a circle of white spotted black enamel, with a briolette-cut garnet pendant, with a black, blue and white enamelled cap and a black and white enamelled pendant bail, mounted in gold, circa 1885.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarlo Giuliano (1831-1895) was a jeweller and goldsmith, born in Naples, Italy in 1831, it’s believed that Giuliano was trained in Alessandro Castellani’s workshop in Rome,\u003c\/span\u003e and later sent to London to establish a branch of the Casa Castellani.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter leaving Castellani’s employment in the early 1860’s, Giuliano opened his own workshop manufacturing jewellery at 13 Frith Street in Soho. During this time, without a shopfront, Giuliano retailed his jewels through a number of established and well-respected jewellers such as Robert Phillips, C.F. Hancock, Harry Emanuel and Hunt \u0026amp; Roskell. Items produced for these retailers were sometimes “double-marked” with the C.G. Goldsmith’s Hall registered mark for Giuliano and the mark of the seller. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiuliano’s early work took inspiration from archaeological jewellery, and focused on revivalist designs, carefully adapting them to suite the taste and fashions of the period. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1874, he branched out, opening a retail outlet at 115 Piccadilly, following it’s success, he closed the workshop on Frith Street in 1877, moving all production in-house to the Piccadilly premises. Specialising in Renaissance-style design, Giuliano was known for his craftsmanship and the renowned pieces, decorated with beautifully detailed enamel, pearls and a wide variety of gems, preferring cabochons to the usual faceted stones, were highly regarded and attracted a varied and loyal clientele.\u003c\/span\u003e His work was commissioned by Royalty such as Queen Victoria as a gift for her goddaughter Victoria Gray. This piece, along with many others from Giuliano’s collection, can be viewed at the Victoria \u0026amp; Albert Museum in London.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarlo Giuliano died in 1895, leaving his business to his two sons, Carlo Joseph and Arthur Alphonse. They renamed the company Carlo \u0026amp; Arthur Giuliano, bearing the makers mark C \u0026amp; AG. The brothers continued to operate from the premises in Piccadilly until 1912, when they moved to 48 Knightsbridge. 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C. maker's marks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797410234698,"sku":"XS\u0026AN8121CL","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/french-antique-garnet-diamond-and-gold-cufflinks_702ff691-d196-427a-9e3c-7340da7e8337.jpg?v=1791142293"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-buckle-brooch-circa-1890","title":"Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Buckle Brooch, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique \u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:8.5pt;\"\u003eBelle Époque \u003c\/span\u003ediamond buckle design brooch, with old-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of 13.65ct, with an Edwardian-cut diamond in the centre, weighing approximately 1.60ct, in a millegrain edged rub over setting, with a flower cluster, with leaves set either side, with single rub over set diamonds above and below, with three, diamond set swags, top and bottom, hanging from the frame edge, with single diamonds set at each point, in rub over settings, with a flower cluster in the two central swags, with a diamond set curved rectangular surround, millegrain edged, with grain set diamond trefoils in each corner, mounted in silver-upon gold, circa 1890. The back frame unscrews. The diamond set front is then flexible and can be adapted to wear as a belt buckle or choker plaque. Either end of the pin is marked with an A'M maker's mark, for Abraham Metzker, Austria 1867-1922. In our opinion the diamond colour range is I to J and our opinion the clarity is VS2.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eMaker's mark image with thanks to Lang Antique Jewelry University.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797411348810,"sku":"S51121B","price":28500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-buckle-brooch-circa-1890_a2a090f8-5f2e-4fdc-93b8-935b9f4566b5.jpg?v=1791142323"},{"product_id":"antique-ruby-diamond-pearl-gold-and-silver-luckenbooth-heart-crown-and-circle-brooch-circa-1910","title":"Antique Ruby Diamond Pearl Gold and Silver Luckenbooth Heart Crown and Circle Brooch, Circa 1910","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eAn early 20th century, luckenbooth double witch's heart brooch, with one heart set with Burma rubies and the other set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, surmounted with a coronet, set with three, natural seed pearls, above a row of old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with a knife edge circular surround, set with alternating rubies and old-cut diamonds, in claw settings, mounted in 14ct gold, with the grain set diamonds in silver-upon-gold. American, circa 1910.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp style=\"word-spacing:0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eLuckenbooth brooches are traditional Scottish love tokens. They are usually a heart shaped brooch, often with a crown or coronet above one heart, or two intertwined hearts, with similar motifs to the Claddagh ring. European Heart-shaped brooches date back to late medieval period but this design probably did not appear in Scotland before the 17th century. It became very popular in the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century, featuring in the ranges of Scottish manufacturing jewellers, for the Highland outfitter and tourist trades. They are typically made of silver, although gold heart brooches were made for wealthy people and may be engraved or set with stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp style=\"word-spacing:0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eThe name comes from the Luckenbooths of Edinburgh. Luckenbooth is a Scots word for a lockable stall or workshop. Originating in the 15th century, they were the city's first permanent shops, situated on the Royal Mile near St. Giles Cathedral. Initially housing mainly silversmiths and goldsmiths. They were demolished in 1817.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp style=\"word-spacing:0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eThe brooches were often given as a betrothal or wedding gift. It might have been worn as a charm, by a nursing mother to help her milk flow or be pinned to a baby’s clothing. It was also known as a witch-brooch to protect children from evil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp style=\"word-spacing:0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000000;\"\u003eBy the mid-18th century, Luckenbooth tokens featured heavily as trade silver items to Native Americans and became a common decorative symbol, in 18th and early 19th century, on their clothing. The motif was therefore adopted by jewellers in the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eWith thanks to Wikipedia for the history of \u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:11.3333px;\"\u003eLuckenbooth brooches\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797414134090,"sku":"S14122B","price":4600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-ruby-diamond-pearl-gold-and-silver-luckenbooth-heart-crown-and-circle-brooch-circa-1910.jpg?v=1791142350"},{"product_id":"antique-amethyst-and-gold-rivi-re-necklace-and-cross-pendant-circa-1880","title":"Antique Amethyst and Gold Riviére Necklace and Cross Pendant, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique amethyst and gold riviére necklace with large, oval faceted, graduated amethysts, in open backed cut down bezel settings, and an amethyst set box and tongue clasp, with a removable cross pendant brooch, mounted in 15ct gold, circa 1880. Estimated total weight of amethysts in necklace 190.47ct. Estimated total weight of amethysts in pendant 49.94ct.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eSome of the earliest examples of amethyst jewellery are seen in works from Egypt. The ancient Greeks believed amethyst protected them from drunkenness and excess. The name derives from the Greek amethystos - \"methustos\" meaning intoxicated, with the prefix \"a\" meaning \"not\". It is thought the myth stems from the story of the titan Rhea giving Dionysus, the god of wine and madness, an amethyst to protect him. Amethyst is also known as the stone of St. Valentine, leading to the belief that it represented pure, chaste love. Until the 1700s Amethyst was seen as one of the cardinal gemstones, which were the most valuable gems and ranked in value amongst sapphire, ruby and emerald. It was especially popular during the Victorian period, with its rich purple colour and clarity being particularly effective in candlelight. Today its beautiful, vivid purple shades are highly sought after by gem collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eWith thanks to Laura Preshong and First Class Watches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797446017354,"sku":"XAN23925N","price":29000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-amethyst-and-gold-rivi-re-necklace-and-cross-pendant-circa-1880_d75f10e6-efd4-4d58-b3c3-0c48c49e9fcf.jpg?v=1791142438"},{"product_id":"antique-amethyst-and-gold-rivi-re-necklace-and-earrings-suite-circa-1880","title":"Antique Amethyst and Gold Riviére Necklace and Earrings Suite, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique amethyst and gold riviére necklace and earrings suite, with large, oval faceted, graduated amethysts, in open backed decorative, trefoil design, gallery strip bezel settings, with curved cross and ball links between the amethysts, with a gold box and tongue clasp, with matching drop earrings, on gold wires, circa 1880. Estimated total weight of amethysts in the necklace 259.99 carats and in the earrings 28.22 carats.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eSome of the earliest examples of amethyst jewellery are seen in works from Egypt. The ancient Greeks believed amethyst protected them from drunkenness and excess. The name derives from the Greek amethystos - \"methustos\" meaning intoxicated, with the prefix \"a\" meaning \"not\". It is thought the myth stems from the story of the titan Rhea giving Dionysus, the god of wine and madness, an amethyst to protect him. Amethyst is also known as the stone of St. Valentine, leading to the belief that it represented pure, chaste love. Until the 1700s Amethyst was seen as one of the cardinal gemstones, which were the most valuable gems and ranked in value amongst sapphire, ruby and emerald. It was especially popular during the Victorian period, with its rich purple colour and clarity being particularly effective in candlelight. Today its beautiful, vivid purple shades are highly sought after by gem collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eWith thanks to Laura Preshong and First Class Watches. Modelled photo with thanks to Tamta Gamezardashvili - My Kitchen, Her Story \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797446836554,"sku":"S30322S","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-amethyst-and-gold-rivi-re-necklace-and-earrings-suite-circa-1880_6c58ca1e-f94d-4336-8304-2e5d19901c57.jpg?v=1791142456"},{"product_id":"georgian-ruby-emerald-diamond-and-gold-cannetille-brooch-cum-pendant-circa-1830","title":"Georgian Ruby Emerald Diamond and Gold Cannetille Brooch-Cum-Pendant, Circa 1830","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Georgian cannetille brooch-cum-pendant, with a cushion shaped emerald in the centre, surrounded by a cluster of eight, old mine-cut diamonds, with six, oval faceted rubies and six square emeralds in the surround, with the settings, granulation, cannetille twisted wirework and florets soldered onto an oval shaped, scalloped edged, embossed, granulated plate, giving a three dimensional effect, mounted in gold, circa 1830, with a double twist bail and a later pin.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eCannetille work was in fashion from 1815 to 1840. It was inspired by embroidery, particularly styles seen in peasant clothing. It was made by soldering thin threads, forming scrolls, rosettes and coils together to form a three dimensional design, often embellished with granulation. It became popular during this era due to the shortage of gold, in Europe, because of the Napoleonic wars. This technique could produce larger, ornate looking pieces, using less gold and comparatively cheaper gems. The considerable time and skill involved was balanced by low labour costs. The jewels were often embellished with coloured gemstones, such as aquamarine, pink topaz, amethyst and chrysoberyl. Czech garnets, turquoise and opals were often set in pieces from central Europe. Rubies were seen in English cannetille items. The settings were usually closed backed and foiled. The taste for and manufacture of cannetille jewellery decreased in the 1840s. 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With a probably later pin, with roller catch fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eThe approximate total carat weight of the diamonds is 5.00ct. In our opinion the colour range is H to J and our opinion of the clarity is SI.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797448671562,"sku":"XAN26922B3","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-brooch-circa-1875_b9c1f4ae-e725-4ed0-be89-9eb84efef6a9.jpg?v=1791142487"},{"product_id":"antique-austrian-burma-ruby-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-chequerboard-brooch-circa-1890","title":"Antique Austrian Burma Ruby Diamond and Silver-Upon-Gold Chequerboard Brooch, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique, Austrian, Burma ruby and diamond chequerboard brooch, with French-cut rubies, in claw settings, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, in silver cut down settings, mounted in gold, with Austrian marks, circa 1890.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797449228618,"sku":"XAN26922B1","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-austrian-burma-ruby-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-chequerboard-brooch-circa-1890_46b1167f-195c-4c19-a3b1-d5e07ad36374.jpg?v=1791142495"},{"product_id":"french-antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-bow-brooch-circa-1880","title":"French Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Bow Brooch, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA French antique diamond and silver-upon-gold bow brooch, set with two rows of old mine cut diamonds, with a total weight of approximately 6.00 carats, in silver grain settings, backed in gold, forming a ribbon loop, clasped by a rectangular buckle, with a French eagle mark, for 18ct gold, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797452767562,"sku":"S251122B","price":13000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/french-antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-bow-brooch-circa-1880_8251c8ac-e1b2-432c-8a63-1be99c365517.jpg?v=1791142556"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-crescent-brooch-4-00ct-circa-1880","title":"Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, 4.00ct, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique crescent moon brooch, the body is set with two rows of old mine-cut diamonds, graduating in size, weighing an estimated total of 4.00 carats, grain set in silver, with a plain inner curve and cut down set outer curve, with gold gallery work below, mounted in silver-upon-gold, with a removable pin and later roller catch fitting. The inner curve is numbered 2208, with scratched invoice number -\/S2170, circa 1880. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797455290698,"sku":"S18123B1","price":14200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-crescent-brooch-4-00ct-circa-1880_5b489718-e6cc-4f2d-819c-586f35ec9bb3.jpg?v=1791142587"},{"product_id":"victorian-sapphire-diamond-and-gold-crescent-brooch-circa-1880","title":"Victorian Sapphire, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with seven, round faceted sapphires, graduating in size, alternating with eight pairs of old-cut diamonds, in claw and grain settings, the ends of the crescent are embossed, the inner curve is plain, with a crown claw set outer curve, with a pendant or safety chain loop on the back, with an pin and safety catch fitting, mounted in gold, circa 1880. With an estimated total sapphire weight of 2.90ct, in our opinion the inclusions have characteristics of Ceylon sapphires, origin Sri Lanka. The estimated total diamond weight is 1.20ct. \u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eIn Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797456535882,"sku":"S18123B2","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-sapphire-diamond-and-gold-crescent-brooch-circa-1880.jpg?v=1791142595"},{"product_id":"t-b-starr-belle-poque-pearl-platinum-and-gold-brooch-circa-1905","title":"T. B. Starr Belle Époque Pearl Platinum and Gold Brooch, Circa 1905","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique, T. B. Starr, Belle Époque diamond, pearl, platinum and gold brooch, featuring a natural pearl, in the centre of an Art Nouveau double whiplash, above three graduating loops, with foliate scroll terminals, set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with larger diamonds, in rub over settings, at the bottom of the scrolls and in five old-cut diamond and natural pearl pendant drops, mounted in platinum on gold; with a gold pin, signed T. B. STARR., with a safety catch fitting, circa 1905.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTheodore B. Starr was among the most prominent and influential jewellery and silversmithing firms in New York, in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Born in 1837, Theodore Starr founded his company in 1862, at No.18 John Street. He went into partnership with jeweller and silversmith, Herman Marcus, in 1864. The company became known as Starr and Marcus. Marcus left to join Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., in 1877. Starr bought back control of the company, with the name of the company reverting to Theodore B. Starr. The company was incorporated in 1907, by Starr's son. On 1\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e July, 1918, their stock was purchased by the silver firm of Reed and Barton. The firm maintained a shop at 47th Street and Fifth Avenue. Theodore B. Starr finally closed its doors in 1923.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStarr’s work was heralded in the press. On 18\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e March, 1880, “The Independent” published an article in which \"The House of Theodore B. Starr\" is described as an establishment that develops, \"an educated demand for ‘beauty in use;’\" and where one will find, \"his taste and his intelligence stimulated.\"\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStarr encouraged Henry Schrady to cast miniature bronzes that the company could cast from and sell copies of. 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One cast of the bull moose can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith thanks to Wikipedia, Met Museum and Stein Marks\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797457715530,"sku":"S17123B1","price":9900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/t-b-starr-belle-poque-pearl-platinum-and-gold-brooch-circa-1905_4eb2846a-693f-46dd-a1b9-e4a5fd24e172.jpg?v=1791142604"},{"product_id":"victorian-opal-diamond-and-gold-crescent-brooch-circa-1880","title":"Victorian Opal Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian opal crescent moon brooch, set with oval opal cabochons, graduating in size, with old mine-cut diamonds set between the outer edge of the opals, with a plain inner curve, with fleur-de-lys claws and crown claw outer curve, with a two row gallery bezel, mounted in gold, with a pin and hook catch fitting, circa 1880. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797458633034,"sku":"S2223B","price":5950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-opal-diamond-and-gold-crescent-brooch-circa-1880_4a3c4ad4-8b42-4975-be5f-cdca72f4bf66.jpg?v=1791142622"},{"product_id":"antique-maltese-gran-spinat-18ct-gold-stars-link-long-chain-circa-1830","title":"Antique Maltese Gran Spinat 18ct Gold Stars Link Long Chain, Circa 1830","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAn antique Maltese, Gran Spinat, long chain, of box links, with stars on the outer faces of each link, decorated with granulated balls, mounted in 18ct gold, with AC makers marks, 1820 to 1850, with a later antique, French, Albert clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Gran Spinat technique was traditionally used for making gold wedding chains, worn by men. The style of work was brought to Malta during the reign of the Order of the Knights of St. John. In the 19th century it was used for souvenir jewellery. It was particularly favoured by British tourists, who named it \"rose-chain\" work. Many examples were exhibited at the Great Exhibition, in 1851. Today there is only one craftsman who still makes Gran Spinat chain in Malta.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith thanks to V \u0026amp; A Museum and Deheb Jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797459222858,"sku":"XSC\u0026SL2321LC","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-maltese-gran-spinat-18ct-gold-stars-link-long-chain-circa-1830_1d30f756-849a-4a29-948c-b919968b7a63.jpg?v=1791142632"},{"product_id":"antique-ruby-diamond-silver-and-gold-drop-earrings-circa-1880","title":"Antique Ruby Diamond Silver and Gold Drop Earrings, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of ruby, diamond and gold drop, earrings, with cushion-cut ruby set tops, above a cluster of rubies and, with a ring of old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds below, with a cluster in the centre, with garlands either side and a ruby pendant, mounted in silver-upon-gold, with gold settings for the rubies, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797473608010,"sku":"S131023E","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-ruby-diamond-silver-and-gold-drop-earrings-circa-1880_42b3bdde-cb73-4f75-a234-84bed6fad7ba.jpg?v=1791142831"},{"product_id":"art-nouveau-diamond-and-gold-lady-and-bird-cufflinks-circa-1900","title":"Art Nouveau Diamond and Gold Lady and Bird Cufflinks, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Art Nouveau gold cufflinks, with a carved design of a lady, with a flower garland, in her flowing hair, against a background of birds on a braches, set with an old-cut diamond in one head of each cufflink, mounted in gold, with 14K marks, made in the USA, circa 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797476131146,"sku":"XAN251023CL4","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/art-nouveau-diamond-and-gold-lady-and-bird-cufflinks-circa-1900_33f5c8dd-1e56-481b-ad45-3906615d9f4a.jpg?v=1791142840"},{"product_id":"victorian-amber-and-etruscan-style-gold-bracelet-in-fitted-case-by-richard-a-green-circa-1875","title":"Victorian Amber and Etruscan Style Gold Bracelet in Fitted Case, by Richard A. Green, Circa 1875","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique amber and gold bracelet, with large amber beads, with gold discs either side, decorated with Etruscan style wirework, with single oval gold links, in a Richard A. Green fitted case, with gold M. A. S. initials, in gothic script, circa 1875.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eRichard Angell Green traded from 82 Strand, WC. He was elected as a member of the Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufacturers and Commerce in 1859. He was a noted exhibitor at the International Exhibitions of 1862 and 1872. His address appears in the 1862 Post Office directory. He applied for a patent for the design or production of earrings, on 31st December, 1870. He sold classical pieces, mostly for less than £20 a piece. He was the nephew of the manufacturing silversmith Joseph Angell.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eWith thanks to the 925-1000 forum\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797487763786,"sku":"S301023T1","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-amber-and-etruscan-style-gold-bracelet-in-fitted-case-by-richard-a-green-circa-1875_229782ed-293c-46fd-a7a3-5bab984f55aa.jpg?v=1791142874"},{"product_id":"antique-ruby-diamond-and-gold-navette-shaped-cluster-ring-chester-hallmark-1901","title":"Antique Ruby Diamond and Gold Navette Shaped Cluster Ring, Chester Hallmark, 1901","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian ruby, diamond and gold navette shaped cluster ring, with a cushion shaped faceted ruby, in the centre of two oval rubies, surrounded by fourteen old-cut diamonds, in a claw set navette shaped cluster, with a pierced crown gallery, onto a plain polished shank, mounted in 18ct gold, with a Chester Hallmark, with an A date letter for 1901.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eThe assaying of items in Chester can be dated as far back as the 15th century, although it was in the 17th century that Chester was granted an Assay Office by Act of Parliament. The earliest recorded dated Assay Office marks are for 1680. The first date letter was introduced for 1701. The Assay Office closed on 24th, August, 1962. Due to the closure items bearing a Chester Hallmark are considered rare and sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797498609994,"sku":"S301023R3","price":6200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-ruby-diamond-and-gold-navette-shaped-cluster-ring-chester-hallmark-1901_507ba12c-5213-41b2-be1c-52ba4599ea76.jpg?v=1791142903"},{"product_id":"antique-moonstone-natural-pearl-enamel-and-gold-lucky-clover-brooch-circa-1900","title":"Antique Moonstone Natural Pearl Enamel and Gold Lucky Clover Brooch, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique lucky clover brooch, with a gold circle, edged with rope wirework, with white enamelled clover leaves, with a clover leaf in the centre, with a central natural pearl and three cabochon moonstone set leaves, in rub over settings, onto a bar, mounted in gold, with pin and c-catch fitting, circa 1900. In a fitted case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797514371402,"sku":"S281023B","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-moonstone-natural-pearl-enamel-and-gold-lucky-clover-brooch-circa-1900_120cd4f0-ec6c-4613-b399-719594fbf1b3.jpg?v=1791142933"},{"product_id":"antique-ruby-diamond-gold-and-silver-crescent-brooch-circa-1900","title":"Antique Ruby Diamond Gold and Silver Crescent Brooch, Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique ruby and diamond crescent brooch, with an outer row of oval and cushion faceted rubies, graduating from the centre, set in gold, in grains and cut down settings on the outer edge and a gold pierced gallery below, with an inner row of old-cut diamonds, in a silver-upon-gold, grain set channel, with a flat edge on the inside, circa 1900, with a pin and later catch fitting, mounted in 14ct gold and silver. With a scratched invoice mark 4\/54 9\/041. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797528887626,"sku":"S24124B1","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-ruby-diamond-gold-and-silver-crescent-brooch-circa-1900_06f3bf07-f2c0-41c0-88a8-25dc1306f1cc.jpg?v=1791142960"},{"product_id":"antique-italian-micromosaic-and-gold-brooch-cum-pendant-and-earrings-suite-circa-1850","title":"Antique Italian Micromosaic and Gold Brooch-Cum-Pendant and Earrings Suite, Circa 1850","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Italian micromosaic and gold brooch-cum-pendant and earrings suite. The pendant has a gold bale, with granulated Etruscan style work, the central micromosaic features Cupid, with the sky as the background, with a circular surround of Etruscan style granulation and wirework and blue, white and red micromosaics, with three pendant drops, set with micromosaics, with white flowers on a red background, with a shepherd hook on the back for the removable bale and a pin and catch fitting, with studio marks on the back and pin. The earrings feature a micromosaic cherub, on a pale blue background, with a circular surround of Etruscan style granulation and wirework, with micromosaic circle tops, with forget-me-nots, on a red background, with gold bars below, with three pendant drops, set with micromosaics, with white flowers on a red background, with studio marks on the back and Vatican marks on the wires, mounted in gold, circa 1850, in a fitted case.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eMosaics are an ancient form of decoration, made of tiles, tesserae in Italian, from the Greek tesseris, referring to their four sided shapes. Earlier mosaics were made of stone and glass. Micromosaic utilised enamel, made of fused silica, with minerals to produce the required colours. The shapes were circular or cubic and known as “loaves”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThey flourished in the Roman, Byzantine and medieval periods. The Vatican Mosaics Studio was established at the end of the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century. It was responsible for the maintenance of the works of art in St. Peter’s Basilica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eProduction of micromosaics date from the end of the 18\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century. Earlier designs were inspired by neoclassical allegorical themes, these were followed by flowers, animals and the well-known ruins of Rome. Due to growing demand of micromosaics the Workshop of St. Peter was set up, in 1795 as a branch of the Mosaics Studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe Pope presented some of the finest works to visiting diplomats and sovereigns. They began to circulate more widely and gained prestige among the wealthy and those on the Grand Tour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eCraftsmen who had trained in the workshops of the Vatican set up stands in the area surrounding Rome’s Spanish Steps, where most of the tourists stayed, to sell their Grand Tour micromosaics. They sold ready-made pieces and took commissions. The majority of micromosaics are unsigned, although Gioacchino Barberi and Giacomo Raffaelli were master craftsmen who did sign their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe micromosaics were usually sold without frames and tourists went to jewellers to have them set in jewellery or decorative objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eWith thanks to Il Micromosaico di Luigina Rech – micromosaico.it translation by John Matthews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797569945930,"sku":"S11124S","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-italian-micromosaic-and-gold-brooch-cum-pendant-and-earrings-suite-circa-1850_f3df771f-06a3-4568-bc38-cdd4bfa70f5e.jpg?v=1791143000"},{"product_id":"antique-italian-micromosaic-and-gold-brooch-cum-pendant-and-earrings-suite-circa-1870","title":"Antique Italian Micromosaic and Gold Brooch-Cum-Pendant and Earrings Suite, Circa 1870","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique Italian micromosaic and gold brooch-cum-pendant and earrings suite. The pendant has a gold bale, with granulated Etruscan style work, the micromosaic features a fly or beetle, with a green metallic abdomen and brown thorax, on a white background, in a circle, superimposed on a square, set sideways, with blue white and red micromosaics in the corners, with circles above and below, set with flower, blue and red micromosaics and flower trefoil micromosaics either side, with a wirework surround, with three pendant drops, featuring arrowheads and circles, set with blue, white and red micromosaic, with a shepherd hook on the back for the removable bale and a locket with purple fabric, with a pin and hook catch fitting. The earrings feature a similar, scaled down design, with the flies, in circles, on a square, with gold trefoils either side and below, with lozenge shaped tops, set with micromosaic, with a flower in the centre with a blue and white surround, with a red and white triangle border, circa 1870, in a Marchesini, Firenze Roma, fitted case.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eMosaics are an ancient form of decoration, made of tiles, tesserae in Italian, from the Greek tesseris, referring to their four sided shapes. Earlier mosaics were made of stone and glass. Micromosaic utilised enamel, made of fused silica, with minerals to produce the required colours. The shapes were circular or cubic and known as “loaves”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThey flourished in the Roman, Byzantine and medieval periods. The Vatican Mosaics Studio was established at the end of the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century. It was responsible for the maintenance of the works of art in St. Peter’s Basilica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eProduction of micromosaics date from the end of the 18\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century. Earlier designs were inspired by neoclassical allegorical themes, these were followed by flowers, animals and the well-known ruins of Rome. Due to growing demand of micromosaics the Workshop of St. Peter was set up, in 1795 as a branch of the Mosaics Studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe Pope presented some of the finest works to visiting diplomats and sovereigns. They began to circulate more widely and gained prestige among the wealthy and those on the Grand Tour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eCraftsmen who had trained in the workshops of the Vatican set up stands in the area surrounding Rome’s Spanish Steps, where most of the tourists stayed, to sell their Grand Tour micromosaics. They sold ready-made pieces and took commissions. The majority of micromosaics are unsigned, although Gioacchino Barberi and Giacomo Raffaelli were master craftsmen who did sign their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe micromosaics were usually sold without frames and tourists went to jewellers to have them set in jewellery or decorative objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eWith thanks to Il Micromosaico di Luigina Rech – micromosaico.it translation by John Matthews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797614018890,"sku":"XS\u0026MT10124S","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-italian-micromosaic-and-gold-brooch-cum-pendant-and-earrings-suite-circa-1870_f7f44db4-74b5-41d9-9ba1-0e445fab1f73.jpg?v=1791143009"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-silver-and-gold-crescent-pendant-circa-1890-4-50-carats","title":"Antique Diamond Silver and Gold Crescent Pendant, Circa 1890, 4.50 Carats","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique diamond crescent pendant, set with a row of old-cut diamonds, graduating from the centre, in cut down settings, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, in a grain set channel, with a flat edge on the inside and grain and cut down settings, with a gold pierced gallery on the outside curve, mounted in silver-upon-gold, circa 1890. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony. Estimated total diamond weight 4.50 carats. In our opinion the colour is J to K and our opinion of the clarity is VS to SI.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797664842058,"sku":"S14124P","price":11750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-silver-and-gold-crescent-pendant-circa-1890-4-50-carats_daa55e8a-c9b5-4b7a-9091-c18188ce2a4a.jpg?v=1791143053"},{"product_id":"antique-columbian-emerald-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-cluster-earrings-circa-1890","title":"Antique Columbian Emerald Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Cluster Earrings, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of antique emerald and diamond cluster earrings, with emerald-cut Columbian emeralds, in fine claw settings, surrounded by ten old mine-cut diamonds, in silver crown claw settings, upon 18ct gold mounts, with hinged, front opening, wire fittings, circa 1890, accompanied by GIA certificate 2235180193, stating that the emeralds are Columbian, with minor clarity enhancement and measure 7.70 x 5.90 x 4.95mm and 7.62 x 6.15 x 4.42mm. Using these measurements the estimated emerald weights are 1.53 carats and 1.41 carats respectively. Estimated diamond weight 3.28 carats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797688631626,"sku":"S29524E","price":36000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-columbian-emerald-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-cluster-earrings-circa-1890_d8ad6043-a2fa-40da-b2fa-30bd4d2862ed.jpg?v=1791143083"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-emerald-and-gold-butterfly-pendant-circa-1880","title":"Antique Diamond Emerald and Gold Butterfly Pendant, Circa 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique diamond, emerald and gold butterfly and crescent pendant, with a butterfly in the centre, set with a rub over set, cushion-cut emerald in the thorax and old-cut diamonds, pavé set, in the wings and abdomen and a single diamond, rub over set, in the head, encased in an upturned crescent, set with old-cut diamonds, in grain settings on the upper edge and crown claw settings on the outer edge, on a plain round bail, mounted in 18ct gold, circa 1880. Estimated diamond weight 3.00ct.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797693940042,"sku":"S30524P1","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-emerald-and-gold-butterfly-pendant-circa-1880_d665d00a-0bb1-48b2-bd07-aeaf51a41747.jpg?v=1791143091"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-twelve-point-star-brooch-circa-1880-11-26-carats","title":"Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Twelve Point Star Brooch, Circa 1880, 11.26 Carats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian diamond star brooch, with twelve points, set with old-cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of 11.26 carats, with a cushion shaped old-cut diamond, in the centre, weighing approximately 1.90 carats, in a cut down settings, with a surrounding cluster of six, old-cut diamonds, in half rub over, half cut down settings, with the longer points, starting between the six diamonds, set with five graduating old-cut diamonds and a rose-cut diamond and the shorter points starting from the middle of the six diamonds are each set with two graduating old-cut diamonds and a rose-cut diamond, in grain settings, mounted in silver-upon-gold, with a removable pin, with roller catch and a shepherd's hook pendant fitting, on the back, circa 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eIn Victorian symbolism stars represented direction, wisdom and guidance for the spirit. This was inspired by\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:8.5pt;\"\u003e sailors of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:11.3333px;\"\u003eprevious eras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:8.5pt;\"\u003e who used stars in the night sky as navigation aids. Stars have been popular motifs since the 17th century, with women of the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras adding diamond starbursts to their collections. The appearance of Halley’s Comet, in 1758 and again in 1835, lead to a fashion for star and comet jewellery. This fascination with the solar system and its celestial bodies continued long after Halley’s Comet disappeared from view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797739159882,"sku":"S11724B","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-twelve-point-star-brooch-circa-1880-11-26-carats.jpg?v=1791143143"},{"product_id":"victorian-citrine-and-gold-brooch-circa-1875","title":"Victorian Citrine and Gold Brooch, Circa 1875","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian citrine and gold brooch, with a large oval mixed cut citrine, with an estimated weight of 182 carats, with a three dimensional surround of entwined fern leaves, mounted in gold, with a pin and C-catch fitting and a small loop for a pendant on the back, Circa 1875.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797750858058,"sku":"XAN31724B","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-citrine-and-gold-brooch-circa-1875_35f7f2a6-e7e6-4e52-9ac3-3110a64e3d70.jpg?v=1791143173"},{"product_id":"victorian-diamond-crescent-brooch-with-original-sapphire-and-new-ruby-and-diamond-inserts-in-silver-upon-gold-circa-1890","title":"Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch, with Original Sapphire and New Ruby and Diamond Inserts, in Silver Upon Gold, Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian three row crescent brooch, with a removable, original, sapphire insert and newly made, removable, old-cut diamond and ruby inserts, with the sapphire and the rubies mounted in gold and the diamonds mounted in silver-upon-gold, with a surround of old-cut diamonds, graduating from the centre, with a channel of old-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with flat edge on the inside, and a row of old-cut diamonds, in grain and cut down settings, over a gold, pierced gallery, on the outside curve, mounted in silver-upon-gold, circa 1890, with a later pin and roller catch fitting. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will \"wax\" into matrimony.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eThis original antique brooch has been enhanced with an optional ruby centre and an optional diamond centre, made in our London workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797754003786,"sku":"S5824B","price":29000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/victorian-diamond-crescent-brooch-with-original-sapphire-and-new-ruby-and-diamond-inserts-in-silver-upon-gold-circa-1890.jpg?v=1791143182"},{"product_id":"antique-diamond-and-silver-upon-gold-crescent-brooch-circa-1890-4-00-carats","title":"Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 4.00 Carats","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn antique crescent moon brooch, set with a single row of old-cut diamonds, graduating in size, tapering to rose-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 4.00 carats, claw set in silver-upon-gold, with a plain inner curve and cut down set outer curve, with a later pin and roller catch fitting, English, circa 1890. 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The snakes are superimposed on an a dark blue, guilloché enamel, tapering hinged bangle, mounted in gold, English, circa 1850, in a double door case. In Victorian symbolism the coiled snake represented eternal love. This bangle has no Hallmarks. 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