What is the significance of the buckle shape in Victorian jewellery?

In Victorian jewellery design, the buckle motif symbolised fidelity, eternal love, and the binding connection between two individuals, making it a popular motif for sentimental gifts during the late nineteenth century.

What materials were traditionally used to construct late Victorian brooches?

Late Victorian brooches were commonly constructed from 18-carat or 15-carat yellow gold and set with natural seed pearls, diamonds, and hand-crafted pin mechanisms.

How do you identify authentic Victorian diamond and pearl brooches?

Authentic Victorian examples feature hand-cut diamonds, claw or collet settings, original tube-hinge pin catches, and period metal purity hallmarks stamped into the gold.

How can a Victorian buckle brooch be styled in a modern context?

A Victorian buckle brooch can be fastened to a tailored jacket lapel, secured to a silk scarf, or attached to a fine gold chain to be worn as a pendant.

How should antique pearl and diamond jewellery be preserved?

Clean gently using a dry, soft lint-free cloth and avoid chemical solutions or ultrasonic baths, which can weaken vintage stone settings and damage natural pearls.

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Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

Name: Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1141056
Price: 750 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian novelty 18ct gold brooch/pendant made c.1890.

The brooch features a very intricate yet well crafted design of a buckle set with diamonds and pearls.

The endearing and novelty appearance is distinctly Victorian and presents a wonderful combination of playfulness whilst also displaying an impressive level goldsmithing and gem setting.

Modest & elegant in size and colour, it is ideal to wear with a variety of clothes in all seasons whether be it on a blouse or a coat lapel in the winter. Furthermore, a chain could be looped behind the pin to wear it as a pendant too (we would recommend using a stopper to ensure extra security).

Ready to wear out of the box: All of our pendants also include the photographed thinner complimentary 9ct solid gold (modern) chain so that you can enjoy your newly acquired treasure straight out of the box.

The pendant is unmarked as is common with articles of this period and as such we have tested it for gold indicating 18ct gold.

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

Size & Total Weight

2.4cm x 1.4cm

4.16g /0.134 troy oz

Condition: excellent antique condition with no damage or issues.

We aim to overemphasize and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

Please refer to the photos for further details.

*Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

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Artisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.

We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.

*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.

*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens & lighting conditions*

- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640) or email (info@artisanantiques.net) -

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this Victorian Diamond Buckle Brooch to the Victorian era.

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SA1141056

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Description

We are delighted to offer this lovely antique Victorian novelty 18ct gold brooch/pendant made c.1890.

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The brooch features a very intricate yet well crafted design of a buckle set with diamonds and pearls.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 1. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

The endearing and novelty appearance is distinctly Victorian and presents a wonderful combination of playfulness whilst also displaying an impressive level goldsmithing and gem setting.

Modest & elegant in size and colour, it is ideal to wear with a variety of clothes in all seasons whether be it on a blouse or a coat lapel in the winter. Furthermore, a chain could be looped behind the pin to wear it as a pendant too (we would recommend using a stopper to ensure extra security).

fig 2. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 2. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

Ready to wear out of the box: All of our pendants also include the photographed thinner complimentary 9ct solid gold (modern) chain so that you can enjoy your newly acquired treasure straight out of the box.

fig 3. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 3. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

The pendant is unmarked as is common with articles of this period and as such we have tested it for gold indicating 18ct gold.

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior.

fig 4. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 4. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

Size & Total Weight

2.4cm x 1.4cm

4.16g /0.134 troy oz

Condition: excellent antique condition with no damage or issues.

We aim to overemphasize and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.

fig 5. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 5. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

Please refer to the photos for further details.

Please note: all other items are for display purposes only and this listing is for the item listed in the title only.

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.

fig 6. An antique Victorian rectangular buckle-shaped brooch in 18-carat yellow gold, set with alternating diamonds and natural pearls. — fig 6. Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Brooch/pendant Buckle Shape 18k Gold - C.1890

We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.