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Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962
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Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962

1940 - 1960
Description

A beautiful vintage 9ct yellow gold garnet and seed pearl starburst brooch, designed in an elegant Victorian style.

This striking brooch features a dramatic multi-point starburst design, richly set with deep red natural garnet gemstones and delicate seed pearls. A larger central garnet forms the focal point, surrounded by seed pearls, with further garnets graduating along the pointed rays. Additional seed pearls are mounted on fine radiating stems, giving the piece wonderful dimension and movement.

The brooch is hallmarked for London 1962 and retains its original stones throughout.

It has been carefully cleaned and polished and is presented in excellent condition, with the garnets and seed pearls beautifully complementing the warm tone of the yellow gold.

Details

Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold

Gemstones: Natural Garnets & Seed Pearls

Hallmark: London 1962

Weight: 8.1 grams

Measurements: Approximately 40mm

Condition: Excellent – carefully cleaned and polished

Stones: All original

A wonderfully decorative vintage brooch with all the romance of Victorian starburst jewellery, combining rich garnet tones, lustrous seed pearls and an impressive statement design.

Declaration

The Jewellery Warehouse has dated this Gold Garnet Starburst Brooch to the 1960s.

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SA1230235
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A beautiful vintage 9ct yellow gold garnet and seed pearl starburst brooch, designed in an elegant Victorian style.
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This striking brooch features a dramatic multi-point starburst design, richly set with deep red natural garnet gemstones and delicate seed pearls.
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A larger central garnet forms the focal point, surrounded by seed pearls, with further garnets graduating along the pointed rays. Additional seed pearls are mounted on fine radiating stems, giving the piece wonderful dimension and movement.

fig 1. A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls.
fig 1. Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962

The brooch is hallmarked for London 1962 and retains its original stones throughout.

It has been carefully cleaned and polished and is presented in excellent condition, with the garnets and seed pearls beautifully complementing the warm tone of the yellow gold.

fig 2. A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls.
fig 2. Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962

Details

Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold

Gemstones: Natural Garnets & Seed Pearls

Hallmark: London 1962

Weight: 8.1 grams

Measurements: Approximately 40mm

Condition: Excellent – carefully cleaned and polished

Stones: All original

A wonderfully decorative vintage brooch with all the romance of Victorian starburst jewellery, combining rich garnet tones, lustrous seed pearls and an impressive statement design.

Date of Manufacture

The Jewellery Warehouse has dated this Gold Garnet Starburst Brooch to the 1960s.

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SA1230235
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BR1380
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Archive I A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls.

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962

Archive II A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls. View II
Archive III A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls. View III
Archive IV A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls. View IV
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A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls.
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Garnet & Seed Pearl Starburst Brooch – London 1962
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A 9ct yellow gold starburst brooch set with a central round garnet, surrounded by radiating point rays set with smaller garnets and seed pearls.
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  • ObjectBrooches & Pins
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleVictorian Revival
  • Material9ct Yellow Gold, Garnet, Seed Pearl
  • ColourGold, Deep Red, Cream
  • MotifsStarburst motif, Radiating rays, Claw setting, Seed pearl accents

This vintage brooch is a 9ct yellow gold starburst piece made in the Victorian Revival style, hallmarked in London in 1962. The design incorporates a dramatic multi-point starburst motif featuring deep red natural garnet gemstones and cream seed pearls in claw settings. A large central garnet forms the focal point, surrounded by small seed pearls, while further garnets graduate along the radiating point rays. Additional seed pearls sit on fine radiating stems, and the piece has a warm gold colour and a polished finish. In the photograph, the brooch rests inside a shaped beige velvet-lined box with a dark grey outer case and a hinge mechanism at the back. It measures approximately 4 cm across. Items of this type suit collection displays or careful personal wear pinned to vintage clothing, coats, scarves, or tailored jackets in modern homes. The construction retains its original stones throughout and remains in excellent condition following professional cleaning and polishing.

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Celestial motifs, including starbursts and stars, gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era as symbols of guidance and direction. These designs experienced major revivals throughout the 20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 1960s, where multi-ray star patterns were rendered in yellow gold and set with contrasting gemstones.

Vintage starburst brooches are typically constructed from 9ct or 18ct yellow gold, platinum, or sterling silver. They frequently incorporate garnets, seed pearls, diamonds, or sapphires, held in place by claw or grain settings to accentuate the radiating geometric design.

Authentic British gold jewellery bears a series of struck hallmarks on the reverse or pin mechanism. These marks typically include the fineness mark (such as 375 for 9ct gold), the assay office mark (such as a leopards head for London), and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

A gold brooch can be styled by securing it to the lapel of a tailored blazer, fastening a silk scarf, or placement at the centre collar of a buttoned shirt. They are also frequently positioned on outerwear coats or hats to add a decorative focal point.

Clean the piece gently using a dry, soft lint-free cloth. Seed pearls are organic and sensitive to moisture and chemicals, so avoid submersion in water, ultrasonic cleaners, and harsh chemical polishes. Store the brooch flat in a lined jewellery box away from direct sunlight.
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