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Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch
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Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch

19th century
Sold 15 October 2026 · Bushells Antiques
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Description

Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch. Five hexagon shaped Amethyst stone brooch.

No hallmark.

ITEM REFERENCE

102208-1658-4

DIMENSIONS

Height: 3.5 cm

Width: 3.8 cm

ERA

Victorian

MATERIAL

Amethyst

PERIOD

1837 - 1901, C19th (Victorian)

CONDITION

Good Condition, Minor Age Wear. No hallmark.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Amethyst Brooch to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1063631
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Description
Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch. Five hexagon shaped Amethyst stone brooch.

No hallmark.

ITEM REFERENCE

102208-1658-4

DIMENSIONS

Height: 3.5 cm

Width: 3.8 cm

ERA

Victorian

MATERIAL

Amethyst

PERIOD

1837 - 1901, C19th (Victorian)

CONDITION

Good Condition, Minor Age Wear. No hallmark.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Amethyst Brooch to the Victorian era.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1063631
Bushells Antiques
Bushells Antiques
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Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders. SOLD15 OCT 26
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Archive I A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders. SOLD15 OCT 26

Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch

Archive II A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders. View II
Archive III A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders. View III
Archive IV A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders. View IV
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A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders.
Victorian 18ct Gold Amethyst Brooch
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A Victorian 18ct gold cross brooch set with five hexagonal-cut purple amethysts framed by beaded metal borders.
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  • ObjectBrooches & Pins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material18ct Gold, Amethyst
  • ColourPurple, Gold
  • MotifsHexagonal cut amethysts, Cross motif, Beaded gold border, Prong setting
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 3.8 cm (1 in)

This Victorian cross brooch is fashioned from 18ct yellow gold and set with five hexagonal-cut amethysts in a distinct cruciform arrangement. Each purple gemstone sits within a secure prong setting surrounded by a finely beaded gold border that provides textured ornamentation along the outer edge. The central stone is flanked by four identical amethysts positioned at the top, bottom, left, and right, creating a balanced geometric design associated with nineteenth-century devotional jewellery. Measuring 3.5 cm high and 3.8 cm wide, this compact piece is well-suited for everyday wear pinned to a lapel, scarf, or collar. The smooth facets of the transparent purple quartz contrast with the warm, textured finish of the gold mount. Minor age wear is present on the surfaces, reflecting the historical nature of the item without a hallmark. It functions as a classic accessory for historical dress or as a decorative addition to modern garments.

FAQs

Victorian amethyst jewellery often features deep purple quartz set in high-karat gold or silver. During this period, amethysts were favoured for their rich colour and were frequently incorporated into symbolic designs, including crosses, floral forms, and elaborate filigree mountings.

Victorian jewellery makers typically employed 15ct or 18ct yellow gold, often finished with detailed hand-engraving, cannetille wirework, or beaded borders. High-quality natural gemstones such as amethysts, garnets, and seed pearls were standard focal points.

Authentic pieces generally display period-specific features such as C-clasp closures, extended pin stems, and hand-fabricated bezels. Period hallmarking, natural inclusions within gemstones, and signs of historical hand-tooling also distinguish original 19th-century items from modern reproductions.

An antique gold brooch can be pinned to coat lapels, silk scarves, or velvet ribbons to add a historic focal point to contemporary attire. Alternatively, it can be mounted within a shadow box frame to display as a small decorative object inside a cabinet of curiosities.

Clean the piece gently using a soft cloth micro-dampened with mild soapy water, avoiding harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners which can damage historical settings. Store the item separately in a padded jewellery box to prevent harder gemstones from scratching the gold mount.
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