Description
Fine, Edwardian 18ct, 18k, 750 Gold Diamond and Ruby, swallow, bird brooch, C1901
Adorable, Antique bar brooch, mounted with a diamond & Ruby ‘swooping swallow’ bird. The swallow is intricately made with four, tiny rose-cut diamonds for the body and three on each wing, the head is embellished with a cabochon Ruby all beautifully made in 18carat gold.
Swallows were a popular motif used in Victorian / Edwardian times and was often given as a token of love, often from some-one who was travelling or going to war.
The swallow is the first bird that is seen from a ship as it returns to land.
The swallow represents a loved one returning safely home!
So the brooch would mean I will return to you and we will be together, forever!
Hallmarks: None – tested as 18ct gold
MEASUREMENTS: 52 x 9mm, the bird measures 13.5 x 9mm
WEIGHT: 2.7 GRAMS
HALLMARKS: None – tested as 18carat Gold
CONDITION: Very Good
DATE: Edwardian (1901 to 1910)
Please note that images have been enlarged to show detail. All measurements are listed in the description. All items are Antique, Vintage and/or Pre-owned and will naturally have signs of wear & tear commensurate with age. Antique boxes are for display purposes only unless otherwise stated the item will be sent in a Leatherette & Velvet box.
