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Victorian Dionysus/Bacchus Coral Brooch

SKU

50-1-11070

$3,650.00
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ABOUT THIS BROOCH

Oh, what fate to be the god of the grape. This arresting Victorian brooch depicts Dionysus (a.k.a. Bacchus in later Roman terms)--the Greek god of the grape harvest, wine making, and all sorts of behaviors and shenanigans that might flow forth from holding such a title. Exquisitely carved from vivid salmon-colored coral, he bears a wreath of grapes upon his head and is--intriguingly--accompanied on each side by a similarly bedecked Satyr in profile. Cheers! Circa mid-19th century, hand fabricated with 14K gold pin back. *Dionysus, son of Semele, is the god of wine and dance, of irrationality and chaos, representing passion, emotions and instincts (Wikipedia).

Details

Materials:
14 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
2 Inches
Width:
1 3/4 Inches
Depth:
1/2 Inch
Gram Weight:
24.7 Grams
Period:
Victorian
Center Coral details

 

Cut/Shape:
Carved Cut
Color:
Orangish Pink
Measurements:
34.00 x 21.00 x 18.90 mm
16.00 x 27.00 x 8.20 mm
25.00 x 15.00 x 5.40 mm

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.

Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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