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A Wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch
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A Wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch

19th century
For Sale by Aion Jewellery
Description

An outstanding Victorian brooch featuring a stunning Scottish banded 'bullseye' agate. Set in 15ct gold, the agate is surrounded by a frame of richly enamelled blue and is further enhanced by sixteen natural seed pearls, individually claw set.

Of stylised rectangular form, the brooch is gently curved to the rear making it ideal to be worn over a scarf or shawl. The solid gold casing is fastened with a 'C' clasp and tests as 15ct. A fabulous piece of high quality craftsmanship and superior quality, still wearable today. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£70.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, splits or losses.

Date :- c1870

Hallmarks :- Unmarked, but tests as 15ct gold.

Height :- 2 cm.

Width :- 3 cm.

Depth :- 1 cm.

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Victorian Gold Agate Brooch to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1243519
Dealers Internal Reference
EB001
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Description
An outstanding Victorian brooch featuring a stunning Scottish banded 'bullseye' agate.
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Set in 15ct gold, the agate is surrounded by a frame of richly enamelled blue and is further enhanced by sixteen natural seed pearls, individually claw set.
Aion Jewellery
fig 1. An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls.
fig 1. A Wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch

Of stylised rectangular form, the brooch is gently curved to the rear making it ideal to be worn over a scarf or shawl. The solid gold casing is fastened with a 'C' clasp and tests as 15ct. A fabulous piece of high quality craftsmanship and superior quality, still wearable today. Dimensions below.

fig 2. An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls.
fig 2. A Wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£70.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, splits or losses.

Date :- c1870

Hallmarks :- Unmarked, but tests as 15ct gold.

Height :- 2 cm.

Width :- 3 cm.

Depth :- 1 cm.

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Victorian Gold Agate Brooch to the 1870s.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243519
Dealers Internal Ref
EB001
Aion Jewellery
Aion Jewellery
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2026

Specialists in 19th and 20th century jewellery.

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Archive I An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls.

A Wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch

Archive II An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls. View II
Archive III An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls. View III
Archive IV An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls. View IV
Archive V An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls. View V
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Archive VII An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls. View VII
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An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls.
A wonderful Victorian 15ct Gold, Agate & Enamel Brooch
Ref: SA1243519
An oval Victorian gold brooch featuring a central dark agate cabochon framed by blue enamel and set with seed pearls.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material15ct Gold, Agate, Enamel, Seed Pearl
  • ColourBlue, Black, Gold
  • MotifsBanded agate cabochon, Cobalt enamel inlay, Seed pearl border, Oval mount
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

A Victorian brooch from c1870, created in the Victorian and Gothic style, takes the form of an oval mount enclosing a central banded agate cabochon in black. The piece incorporates 15ct gold, enamel in a blue shade, and seed pearls bordering the perimeter. The photograph shows the grey textile background, the individual claws securing each seed pearl, and the polished convex surface of the central stone. The solid gold casing fastens at the rear with a traditional 'C' clasp and is gently curved to sit comfortably over fabric. Measuring 2 cm high, 3 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, this item functions as a wearable accessory suitable for fastening garments such as scarves, shawls, or lapels in contemporary wardrobes. Collectors of period jewellery acquire such items for personal adornment or display, utilising the secure pin fastening on everyday attire or special occasion outfits. The construction exhibits no breaks, splits, or losses across the enamel and stone settings.

FAQs

Victorian agate and enamel jewellery grew in popularity during the mid-19th century, heavily influenced by Queen Victorias affinity for Scottish banded agates and mourning attire. Cobalt blue enamel combined with seed pearls often symbolized devotion and remembrance, making these pieces classic examples of sentimental Victorian adornments.

Brooches from this period were commonly crafted using 15ct gold, a standard British gold purity legalized in 1854. They frequently featured hardstones such as banded agate or onyx, hand-applied vitreous enamel, and natural split seed pearls.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-cut natural agate, fine vitreous enamel work, and traditional tubed or C-clasp pin fittings. Gold items from Great Britain produced between 1854 and 1932 often carry specific 15ct fineness stamps or hallmarks.

Antique brooches can be worn attached to tailored coat lapels, modern velvet blazers, or silk scarves to add historical contrast to modern tailoring. Alternatively, they can be displayed on framed velvet mounts or trinket trays within a dressing area.

Clean gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding submersion in water or chemical ultrasonic cleaners. Excessive moisture can loosen foil backings or damage organic seed pearls and delicate enamel.
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