Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold Garnet Fly Pearl Brooch
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Antique Edwardian bar brooch featuring a large fly with a white pearl holding a flower with a flat cut garnet attached. This exquisite brooch is an exceptional design, during this period in history horticulture was very popular where plants, flowers, fruit and insect were depicted in jewellery as their fascination grew. The brooch secures with an open 'c' clasp.
Garnets were used extensively in all different designs of Victorian jewellery, bracelets, rings, brooches and elaborate necklaces, they represent the birthstone of January.
ERA
Edwardian, 1901-1914
HALLMARKS
None, tested 9ct gold.
MEASUREMENTS
The bar of the brooch measures 6.9cm / 2.7" in length and 0.065" / 0.1cm in width. The fly measures 1.3cm / 0.5" in height and width with a drop of 2.9cm / 1.1".
WEIGHT
5.1g
CONDITION
The brooch is in excellent antique condition.
SKU
5476
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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