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Late-Victorian Seed Pearl and Enamel Witch's Heart Brooch

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50-3-11283

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ABOUT THIS BROOCH

Hard to imagine that something so pretty was once used to ward off evil spirits. The heart, a popular motif in jewelry, took on a slightly different twist--literally--during the 16th and 17th centuries. Fashioned with the tail of the heart twisted to the right (and sometimes to the left), the witch's heart was believed to keep at bay spirits with bad intentions. During the Victorian era, they symbolized love, loyalty, and betrothal, though sometimes they were pinned to babies' blankets for protection. This sweet heart, hand fabricated in 18K gold, centers a 'flower' of luminous seed pearls; is brightened by emerald green, white, and pink enamel; and offers both love and protection. Circa 1900. Just a tad over 1 inch.

Details

Materials:
18 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
1 1/8 Inch
Width:
3/4 Inch
Height:
1/8 Inch
Gram Weight:
3.6 Grams
Period:
Victorian
Center Seed Pearl details
Shape:
Slightly Out Of Round
Measurements:
2.90-3.00 mm
Color:
Light Cream
Additional Details Additional Gem Details

6 Seed Pearls

Shape:
Half, Round
Measurements:
2.00-2.10 mm
Color:
Cream

About Victorian Jewelry

The eclectic Victorians didn’t limit themselves when it came to motifs and themes—if it struck their fancy, they turned it into jewelry. Sweet and sentimental with a distinct romantic streak, Victorian gems expanded upon their Georgian predecessors. The array of styles that blossomed (sometimes quite literally) during this era endure to this day.

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