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Victorian Diamond and Emerald Set Monkey Brooch
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Victorian Diamond and Emerald Set Monkey Brooch

19th century
For Sale by Mitaine
Description

A beautiful rare example of a diamond and emerald antique double swinging monkey brooch, se tin silver and gold, these monkey brooches were popular in the late Victorian early Edwardian era and are humorous and brighten up any lapel. The monkeys are set in silver with old cut diamonds and the emeralds and rubies for eyes.

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Mitaine has dated this Victorian Diamond Monkey Brooch to the Victorian era.

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Description
A beautiful rare example of a diamond and emerald antique double swinging monkey brooch, se tin silver and gold, these monkey brooches were popular in the late Victorian early Edwardian era and are humorous and brighten up any lapel. The monkeys are set in silver with old cut diamonds and the emeralds and rubies for eyes.
fig 1. Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain.
fig 1. Victorian Diamond and Emerald Set Monkey Brooch

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Date of Manufacture

Mitaine has dated this Victorian Diamond Monkey Brooch to the Victorian era.

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Archive I Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain.

Victorian Diamond and Emerald Set Monkey Brooch

Archive II Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View II
Archive III Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View III
Archive IV Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View IV
Archive V Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View V
Archive VI Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View VI
Archive VII Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain. View VII
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Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain.
Victorian Diamond and Emerald set Monkey Brooch
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Victorian bar brooch featuring two pave diamond-set monkeys, one perched on a gold bar with green emerald terminals and one dangling below from a chain.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGold, Silver, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
  • ColourSilver, Gold
  • MotifsMonkey motif, Silver over gold, Pave diamond setting, Bar brooch

This Victorian bar brooch depicts two monkeys rendered in silver over gold, set with pave old-cut diamonds and fitted with tiny ruby eyes. The upper monkey perches directly on a slender gold pin bar terminating in round green emeralds at both ends. A fine yellow gold link chain suspends the second, matching monkey below, which dangles freely to create movement. The figures display detailed texturing across their bodies, coiled tails, and raised arms. Measuring approximately 4 cm across, the piece fastens securely with a traditional pin mechanism on the reverse. Antiques of this nature bring character and distinct historical charm to contemporary wardrobes, functioning primarily as a decorative fastening for lapels, scarves, or collars. The contrasting tones of dark oxidized silver, bright yellow gold, and sparkling colourless stones create a striking visual display suited to daily wear or special occasions. Collectors of animal-themed jewellery find this piece an interesting representation of late-nineteenth-century novelty design, combining whimsical subject matter with traditional precious materials.

FAQs

During the late Victorian era, natural history and whimsical animal motifs became popular themes in fine jewellery design. Monkeys, insects, and birds were frequently rendered in precious metals and gemstones to create playful lapel pins and brooches.

Victorian jewellers typically set diamonds in silver-topped gold to enhance the white brilliance of the stones, as platinum was not yet widely utilised. Accent stones often included natural emeralds, rubies, and sapphires set into yellow gold mountings.

Authentic Victorian brooches often feature silver topped over gold settings, hand-cut rose or old mine cut diamonds, and elongated pin stems that extend past the hinge. C-clasps or tubed safety clasps were standard fastening mechanisms during this period.

Antique novelty brooches can be fastened to blazer lapels, winter coat collars, silk scarves, or velvet ribbons worn around the neck. Stacking multiple small pins together on a jacket or handbag creates a curated focal point.

Clean gently using a soft-bristled brush, mild dish soap, and warm water, avoiding prolonged immersion if foil backing is present. Store separately in a fabric-lined box to prevent diamonds from scratching softer metals or gemstones.
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