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Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Opal Ruby Pearl Brooch
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Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Opal Ruby Pearl Brooch

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Corvidae Antique
Description

A pretty antique Art Nouveau brooch in 18-carat gold in a stylised butterfly shape typical of the period. Set with an opal and a ruby with a tiny dangling seed pearl beneath. The gold has a lovely silky satin finish and the rich colour typical of higher-carat gold.

SIZE: 3.5 x 2.2cm.

WEIGHT: 2.0g.

MATERIALS: 18-carat gold, silver, opal, ruby, pearl.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: Stamped 18CT on the back.

CONDITION: In good antique condition with minor surface wear appropriate to a piece of this age.

ERA: Estimated Art Nouveau (late Victorian/Edwardian (c.1890-1910).

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Art Nouveau Gold Brooch to the 1900s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09519966
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Simple C-clasp catch: fastening used before rollover catches became standard.
Long pin extending beyond the clasp: Edwardian fitting designed for secure fastening.
Incuse 18CT stamp on the reverse: standard fineness mark for unhallmarked gold jewellery.
Stylised openwork insect outline: Art Nouveau design fashion from around 1900.
Soft matte bloomed finish on the gold: original surface treatment of the era.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

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SA1217138
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Description
A pretty antique Art Nouveau brooch in 18-carat gold in a stylised butterfly shape typical of the period. Set with an opal and a ruby with a tiny dangling seed pearl beneath. The gold has a lovely silky satin finish and the rich colour typical of higher-carat gold.
fig 1. An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop.
fig 1. Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Opal Ruby Pearl Brooch

SIZE: 3.5 x 2.2cm.

WEIGHT: 2.0g.

MATERIALS: 18-carat gold, silver, opal, ruby, pearl.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: Stamped 18CT on the back.

CONDITION: In good antique condition with minor surface wear appropriate to a piece of this age.

ERA: Estimated Art Nouveau (late Victorian/Edwardian (c.1890-1910).

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Art Nouveau Gold Brooch to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09519966
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Simple C-clasp catch: fastening used before rollover catches became standard.
Long pin extending beyond the clasp: Edwardian fitting designed for secure fastening.
Incuse 18CT stamp on the reverse: standard fineness mark for unhallmarked gold jewellery.
Stylised openwork insect outline: Art Nouveau design fashion from around 1900.
Soft matte bloomed finish on the gold: original surface treatment of the era.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217138
Corvidae Antique
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An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop.
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Archive I An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop.

Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Opal Ruby Pearl Brooch

Archive II An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View II
Archive III An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View III
Archive IV An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View IV
Archive V An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View V
Archive VI An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View VI
Archive VII An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop. View VII
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An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop.
Art Nouveau 18CT Gold Opal Ruby Pearl Brooch
Ref: SA1217138
An Art Nouveau 18ct gold openwork brooch featuring a claw-set central opal, a red ruby, and a dangling pearl drop.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • Material18ct Gold, Opal, Ruby, Pearl
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsWhiplash curves, Openwork frame, Pearl drop, Claw-set opal

This 1900 Art Nouveau brooch is fashioned from 18-carat gold in a stylised butterfly form, measuring 3.5 x 2.2 cm and weighing 2.0 g. The openwork frame displays characteristic whiplash curves, a silky satin finish, and the rich yellow colour of higher-carat gold. A claw-set white opal rests at the top, accompanied by a small red ruby positioned centrally within the design, and a tiny dangling seed pearl hangs from a loop beneath. The back is stamped with the mark 18CT, and the piece shows minor surface wear appropriate to its age. Suitably worn as a dress accessory, the brooch brings period character to a lapel, collar, or scarf, blending nineteenth-century craftsmanship with historic design motifs. Its compact scale allows for versatile placement on everyday tailoring or evening wear, functioning as a subtle statement piece in a modern collection of antique jewellery.

FAQs

Art Nouveau jewellery emerged between 1890 and 1910, defined by organic forms, sinuous whiplash curves, and nature-inspired geometry. Craftsmen prioritized artistic expression and unique gemstone combinations over commercial gemstone carat weight.

Art Nouveau brooches typically feature 15ct or 18ct yellow gold, silver, enamel work, and natural gemstones such as opals, pearls, rubies, and moonstones chosen for their colour and lustre.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished openwork, original gold hallmarks, era-appropriate pin fittings, and distinct flowing lines without the sharp mold seams common in modern reproductions.

Brooches can be worn on coat lapels, secured to silk scarves, attached to modern velvet chokers as pendants, or grouped together on denim and tailored blazers for a contemporary look.

Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding water, chemical cleaners, or ultrasonic devices, as opals and natural pearls are porous and susceptible to damage from moisture and perfumes.
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