Victorian Gold Pearl Brooch 19th Century

Name: Beautiful and Very Fine Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold and Pearl Pierced Heart Brooch
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1146595
Price: 550 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBrooches
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
Material18ct Gold, Pearl
ColourGold, Cream
MotifsHeart shape, Seed pearl setting, Openwork centre, Scalloped edge

This Victorian heart-shaped brooch is fashioned from 18ct yellow gold and features a double border of set seed pearls surrounding an open centre. The piece incorporates a scalloped edge and is stamped with the maker's mark, "SS", alongside "18" indicating the gold standard. The pin mechanism spans horizontally across the reverse. The item displays a bright gold and cream colour palette against a dark textured background. Measuring approximately 24mm in width by 28mm in height with a total weight of 4 grams, the brooch serves as a wearable period accessory. It suits display within a personal collection or integration into a period jewellery ensemble.

FAQs

Heart-shaped jewellery during the Victorian era was frequently associated with romantic sentiments, love, and devotion, often given as tokens of affection.

Victorian jewellers routinely combined 18ct yellow gold with natural split seed pearls, which were set by hand into decorative motifs and openwork borders.

Authentic Victorian pieces typically feature characteristic elongated pin fittings, simple C-clasps, hand-set seed pearls, and gold purity hallmarks or stamps.

An antique brooch can be styled by securing it to jacket lapels, silk scarves, high collars, or fabric handbags to add decorative detail to tailored garments.

Clean gently with a soft dry cloth and keep away from water, perfume, and cosmetics, as liquid exposure can damage organic seed pearls and weaken glued settings.

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Beautiful and Very Fine Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold and Pearl Pierced Heart Brooch