Antique Victorian Celestial Brooch Opal Pearl Bee And Crescent Moon 15ct Gold Amethyst

Antique Victorian Celestial Brooch Opal Pearl Bee And Crescent Moon 15ct Gold AmethystDating to the turn of the 20th century, this exquisite antique Art Nouveau celestial brooch is crafted in 15ct gold, featuring a slender crescent moon adorned with a flower and a bee. Beneath its graceful naturalistic design lies a powerful hidden message. In the sentimental language of Victorian jewellery, the crescent moon symbolised the divine feminine, representing transformation and new phases of life, whilst the industrious bee, flying

ghostly image of the original gentleman

It’s remained in pristine condition and is held securely by a large box clasp at the end

85ct - Dropper 5 x 8mm

It dates to the early 19th Century and is complete with a French silver boar mark on the back of the loop

depicting a bow and dove carrying an olive branch to represent the holy spirit

A wonderful antique Victorian bar brooch from the late 19th Century featuring a marvellous turtle decorated with glistening old cut pastes and a glowing cabochon moonstone in the centre

ITEM NUMBER: 23-605

ITEM NUMBER: 21-754

allowing it to be worn as a substantial pendant if desired

It’s fashioned in pinchbeck

The high-relief cameo depicts the side profile of a classical maiden adorned with delicate flowers in her hair and is set in an interlaced 9ct yellow gold frame

and was often exchanged as a lasting token of affection between friends and family