Antique swallow brooch with pearls, 15k gold
This sweet brooch of swallow is made of 15 karat gold and seed pearls, with a working knife-edge pin. A pearl is dangling from its mouth.
Swallows were one of the popular romantic symbols in the Victorian era, especially for sailor or those who went on voyages. In lore, swallows led the sailors to the harbor and helped them from getting lost. Swallows in jewellery were often given to loved ones who went on a journey to bid them a safe voyage. It's a symbol of love, protection and to bid "safely return home". Another trait of swallows is that they mate for life and they care for their loved ones. Thus the swallows are the perfect symbol for loyalty and fidelity.
Metal: 15K gold
Approximate Measurements:
Stone: Seed pearls
Gross Weight: 3.4 g
Length: 1.5"
Era: Victorian
Condition: Excellent, pre-owned condition
This sweet brooch of swallow is made of 15 karat gold and seed pearls, with a working knife-edge pin. A pearl is dangling from its mouth.
Swallows were one of the popular romantic symbols in the Victorian era, especially for sailor or those who went on voyages. In lore, swallows led the sailors to the harbor and helped them from getting lost. Swallows in jewellery were often given to loved ones who went on a journey to bid them a safe voyage. It's a symbol of love, protection and to bid "safely return home". Another trait of swallows is that they mate for life and they care for their loved ones. Thus the swallows are the perfect symbol for loyalty and fidelity.
Metal: 15K gold
Approximate Measurements:
Stone: Seed pearls
Gross Weight: 3.4 g
Length: 1.5"
Era: Victorian
Condition: Excellent, pre-owned condition
This sweet brooch of swallow is made of 15 karat gold and seed pearls, with a working knife-edge pin. A pearl is dangling from its mouth.
Swallows were one of the popular romantic symbols in the Victorian era, especially for sailor or those who went on voyages. In lore, swallows led the sailors to the harbor and helped them from getting lost. Swallows in jewellery were often given to loved ones who went on a journey to bid them a safe voyage. It's a symbol of love, protection and to bid "safely return home". Another trait of swallows is that they mate for life and they care for their loved ones. Thus the swallows are the perfect symbol for loyalty and fidelity.
Metal: 15K gold
Approximate Measurements:
Stone: Seed pearls
Gross Weight: 3.4 g
Length: 1.5"
Era: Victorian
Condition: Excellent, pre-owned condition