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Large Victorian Gold and Silver Pique Cross Crucifix Brooch
Corvidae Antique
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Large Victorian Gold and Silver Pique Cross Crucifix Brooch

19th century
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Description

This fantastic imposing brooch is an example of Victorian piqué d'or - an intricate 19th century decorative technique developed in France where gold and/or sterling silver is inlaid into a material such as tortoiseshell.

SIZE: Approximately 6.8 x 3.4cm.

WEIGHT: 8.3g.

MATERIALS: Gold, silver, shell.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: The brooch has clearly been sturdily mended; from the front it's not very noticeable, there are glue marks at the back and also glue where the clasp has been attached - there is a drill hole at the top so it looks as though the piece may have long ago been converted to a brooch from a pendant. We've found no chips or cracks and all the tiny gold and silver wires are intact.

ERA: Early Victorian c.1860s.

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Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Pique Cross Brooch to the Victorian era.

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Description
This fantastic imposing brooch is an example of Victorian piqué d'or - an intricate 19th century decorative technique developed in France where gold and/or sterling silver is inlaid into a material such as tortoiseshell.
fig 1. A Victorian cross brooch crafted from dark tortoiseshell with gold and silver pique floral inlays.
fig 1. Large Victorian Gold and Silver Pique Cross Crucifix Brooch

SIZE: Approximately 6.8 x 3.4cm.

WEIGHT: 8.3g.

MATERIALS: Gold, silver, shell.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: The brooch has clearly been sturdily mended; from the front it's not very noticeable, there are glue marks at the back and also glue where the clasp has been attached - there is a drill hole at the top so it looks as though the piece may have long ago been converted to a brooch from a pendant. We've found no chips or cracks and all the tiny gold and silver wires are intact.

ERA: Early Victorian c.1860s.

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Victorian Pique Cross Brooch to the Victorian era.

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A Victorian cross brooch crafted from dark tortoiseshell with gold and silver pique floral inlays.
Large Victorian Gold and Silver Pique Cross Crucifix Brooch
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A Victorian cross brooch crafted from dark tortoiseshell with gold and silver pique floral inlays.
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Pique jewellery originated in 17th-century France and gained widespread popularity during the mid-Victorian era, between 1850 and 1880. The technique involves inlaying gold or silver wire and tiny foil shapes directly into organic materials such as tortoiseshell or horn.

Authentic Victorian pique brooches traditionally feature a dark tortoiseshell or polished horn base. Detailed floral and geometric patterns are formed using inlaid high-karat gold and sterling silver elements.

Original Victorian pique items feature metal inlay flush with the surface of the shell or horn, showing meticulous handcraftsmanship. They typically incorporate period-correct metal fittings on the reverse, such as long pin stems and C-clasps.

A Victorian pique cross brooch can be styled by securing it to the lapel of a tailored jacket, fastening it at the collar of a shirt, or attaching it to a thick wool scarf to add a focal point to modern attire.

Pique jewellery should be kept away from water, extreme humidity, heat, and harsh chemicals. Surface dust can be removed by gently polishing with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to prevent loosening the delicate metal inlays.
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