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• Victorian Golden Topaz Paste Brooch
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• Victorian Golden Topaz Paste Brooch

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

This gorgeous 19th century brooch is set with a large orange paste stone in a richly decorated golden surround believed to be pinchbeck.

Pinchbeck is a gold substitute, now collectible in its own right, originally made to a secret formula devised by Christopher Pinchbeck in the early 18th century. It is an alloy of copper and zinc, like brass, but uses much more copper and less zinc than brass. Although pinchbeck can tarnish over time it does not wear in the same way as other materials such as gold plating or rolled gold. You don’t often find pinchbeck items made after about 1840 - as nine-carat gold became legal, enabling people to buy less expensive gold jewellery, and electro-gilding was invented (a kind of gold plate), pinchbeck fell by the wayside.

SIZE: Approximately 4.3 x 3.4cm.

WEIGHT: 11.8g.

MATERIALS: Yellow metal, orange paste stone.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: The piece is in excellent antique condition.

ERA: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.3cm (1.69")
Width
3.4cm (1.34")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Paste Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137208
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Description
This gorgeous 19th century brooch is set with a large orange paste stone in a richly decorated golden surround believed to be pinchbeck.
“
Pinchbeck is a gold substitute, now collectible in its own right, originally made to a secret formula devised by Christopher Pinchbeck in the early 18th century.
Corvidae Antique

It is an alloy of copper and zinc, like brass, but uses much more copper and less zinc than brass. Although pinchbeck can tarnish over time it does not wear in the same way as other materials such as gold plating or rolled gold. You don’t often find pinchbeck items made after about 1840 - as nine-carat gold became legal, enabling people to buy less expensive gold jewellery, and electro-gilding was invented (a kind of gold plate), pinchbeck fell by the wayside.

SIZE: Approximately 4.3 x 3.4cm.

WEIGHT: 11.8g.

MATERIALS: Yellow metal, orange paste stone.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: The piece is in excellent antique condition.

ERA: Victorian (c.1837-1901).

Height
4.3cm (1.69")
Width
3.4cm (1.34")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Paste Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1137208
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A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

• Victorian Golden Topaz Paste Brooch

Archive II A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View II
Archive III A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View III
Archive IV A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View IV
Archive V A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View V
Archive VI A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View VI
Archive VII A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View VII
Archive VIII A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View VIII
Archive IX A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs. View IX
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A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs.
• Victorian Golden Topaz Paste Brooch
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A close-up photograph of an ornate Victorian gold-toned metal brooch featuring a large central faceted amber-coloured paste stone surrounded by engraved floral motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGold-plated metal, coloured glass paste
  • ColourAmber
  • MotifsEngraved floral scrolls, Collet-set central stone, Raised ball accents
  • SizeH 4.3 cm (2 in) x W 3.4 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Maintenance requires avoiding moisture and ultrasonic cleaners, as water can seep behind the foil backing of paste stones; instead, gently wipe the metal with a dry microfibre cloth.

An antique brooch can be pinned to the lapel of a tailored blazer, fastened at the neckline of a blouse, or used to anchor a wool scarf for an understated touch of historical character.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-correct closures such as a C-clasp and tubular hinge, hand-cut glass facets with distinct wear patterns, and soldered box settings rather than modern cast construction.

These pieces frequently utilised low-carat gold, gilt metals, or pinchbeck, often featuring hand-engraved motifs, repousse work, and collet-set stones secured by skilled artisans.

Paste is hand-faceted lead glass created to imitate gemstones, gaining immense popularity during the Georgian and Victorian periods as a respected art form in its own right rather than a mere substitute.
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