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Antique Victorian Ruby Birds Brooch, 18kt Gold and Silver, Circa 1880
Heritagem
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Heritagem

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Antique Victorian Ruby Birds Brooch, 18kt Gold and Silver, Circa 1880

19th century
For Sale by Heritagem
Description

Weight: 8.03 gr

Metal: 18kt gold and silver

Stones: 1 Ruby

• Carat weight: 0.90ct approximately

Condition: Very Good

Hallmarks: French, the owl and the swan

Comments: This ravishing heart shape Victorian brooch is made in 18kt gold and silver. It features a luscious ruby of 0.90ct approximately surrounded with 2 birds, probably doves and flowery motifs. It has been controlled with the owl and the swan. It is in very good antique condition.

Dimensions: Height: 21.44mm / 0.84in

Length: 30.50mm / 1.20in

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.1cm (0.83")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Heritagem has dated this Victorian Ruby Bird Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA824517
Dealers Internal Reference
d1859
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Description
Weight: 8.03 gr

Metal: 18kt gold and silver

Stones: 1 Ruby

• Carat weight: 0.90ct approximately

Condition: Very Good

Hallmarks: French, the owl and the swan

Comments: This ravishing heart shape Victorian brooch is made in 18kt gold and silver. It features a luscious ruby of 0.90ct approximately surrounded with 2 birds, probably doves and flowery motifs. It has been controlled with the owl and the swan. It is in very good antique condition.

Dimensions: Height: 21.44mm / 0.84in

Length: 30.50mm / 1.20in

Height
2.1cm (0.83")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Heritagem has dated this Victorian Ruby Bird Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA824517
Dealers Internal Ref
d1859
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An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby.
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Archive I An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby.

Antique Victorian Ruby Birds Brooch, 18kt Gold and Silver, Circa 1880

Archive II An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View II
Archive III An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View III
Archive IV An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View IV
Archive V An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View V
Archive VI An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View VI
Archive VII An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby. View VII
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An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby.
Antique Victorian Ruby Birds Brooch, 18kt gold and silver, circa 1880
Ref: SA824517
An antique silver and 18kt gold brooch featuring sculpted birds amongst foliate foliage surrounding a central circular faceted ruby.
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FAQs

Victorian bird jewellery frequently incorporated symbolic avian motifs, such as swallows or lovebirds, crafted in silver and gold to represent affection, fidelity, and return.

Late 19th-century fine brooches were commonly constructed with silver-topped gold settings to prevent dark oxidisation from silver transferring to clothing while preserving the white metal backdrop for central gemstones.

Authentic Victorian pieces feature period-appropriate findings such as tube hinges, extended pin stems, C-clasps, and metal hallmarks or purity consistent with 18kt gold and silver alloys of the era.

An antique brooch can be modernised by pinning it to a tailored blazer lapel, fastening a silk scarf, attaching it to a coat collar, or converting it to a pendant on a contemporary chain.

Clean gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemical dips that can damage natural rubies or strip historical patina from silver settings.
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