General Information:
- Total Carat Weight: 0.20 ctw
- Precious Metal Weight: 0.83 dwt
- Precious Metal Material: The bar brooch and floral element test as 9k yellow gold, while the stem tests as gilt base metal, which is typical for pieces of this nature.
- Dimensions: This brooch measures 45.78 mm long x 8.84 mm wide at its widest point on the face x 8.70 mm deep, including the stem to the pin's reverse.
- Weight: A comfortably lightweight 1.29 grams
- Markings: The back of the bar bears a faint "9CT" stamp, worn smooth by time and affectionate use, though still legible.
- Era: This brooch is believed to date to anytime between the very end of the Victorian era to the first years of the Edwardian era, circa 1895-1905.
- Buyer Notes: This brooch is sweet, simple and ladylike, with a timeless floral motif refreshed with its stylization, milgrain detail and mix of organicism and geometricism. Please kindly note that the original open c-clasp to the pin's reverse bears the effects of time and use, evidencing standard maintenance over time through some solder. Likewise, the "c" itself helps denote the piece's age, and though it is now somewhat misshapen, it functions just fine and securely holds the stem point in place. This characteristic is to be expected of any antique jewel, is noted purely for buyer transparency, and neither detracts for the brooch's aesthetic nor inhibits functionality. Beautifully wearable as is, or a perfect candidate for a conversion project into a loose, vertical pendant or a fixed, horizontal pendant necklace.
Specifications:
- Center Stone Type: Rhodolite Garnet
- Center Stone Count: One (1)
- Center Stone Dimensions: 4.02 x 4.05 x 1.50 mm, as measured within setting as mounting permits
- Center Stone Carat Weight: 0.14 ct, calculated by formula per the specific gravity of rhodolite garnet
- Center Stone Shape: Round Faceted Cut, which was cut, faceted and polished by the hand of an artisan nearly 130 years ago
- Center Stone Color: Bright and earthy raspberry pinkish-purple, very much akin to a ruby gemstone
- Center Stone Clarity: Semi-translucent
- Side Stone Type: Seed Pearl
- Side Stone Count: Four (4)
- Side Stone Dimensions: 1.30 mm, 1.45 mm, 1.70 mm and 1.30 mm
- Side Stone Carat Weight: 0.009 ct, 0.015 ct, 0.024 ct and 0.009 ct (in correspondence with the dimensions above); 0.057 ctw
- Side Stone Shape: Split (halved) and bead prong-set
- Side Stone Color: White to cream with ecru to silvery orient
The Story:
With a wonderfully uncomplicated design, a vivid color palette and an amaranthine motif, this antique bar brooch is a classic addition to any jewelry collection and is effortlessly refined in style. The face of the brooch boasts a curved floral element, delicate in nature and make, and appearing to loop around the rectangular bar brooch which stabilizes the overall composition.
The stem and leaf of this centerpiece recall the dynamic twists of a paisley silhouette, while the garnet-set blossom head completes the design as a bright, geometric punctuation mark. This sizable garnet is of the rhodolite variety, as exhibited in its notably pinkish-purple chroma, which resembles the alluring hue of rubies. The pink gemstone is bezel-set within the daintiest milgrain perimeter, which offsets the beauty of the stone with elegant ease. The foliate end of the flower allusion is set with an additional spread of seed pearls, carefully mounted with tiny shared bead prongs, each one charming in personality and a delightful complement to the garnet above.
While the kind of the flower herein is not immediately perceptible, both 19th century botany history and the extensive and complex history of jewelry design does guide us toward its possible identification as either an evening primrose, common poppy or pink christmas rose. The Victorians, especially, are much beloved by collectors and researchers alike because of their intense fascination with and use of symbolisms and hidden messages within the wearable and decorative arts. In the Mid-Victorian publication, 'The Language of Flowers', explains that the evening primrose conveys a sentiment of fickle affections of youth, while the common poppy is noted as meaning "fantastic extravagance" and comfort during times of loss. The book also describes the pink christmas rose as a "tranquiliz[er to]... anxiety", and a relief in the midst of disorder.
In suit, both rhodolite garnets and seed pearls herald their own symbolisms: the former are seen as a soul-strengthening gem that stabilizes and soothes, while the latter is perceived as an emblem of purity of heart that embodies undeserved grace. Like all antique jewelry, this simple brooch is comprised of loads of history, lore and meaning, and offers so much more than meets the eye. Through a thoughtful marriage of striking geometries and sensuous curves, this brooch looks ahead to the imminent Art Deco period and winks to the influence of the Art Nouveau past. This piece may be styled on the lapel or at the neckline in any orientation, or may be converted into a pendant or stationary necklace post-purchase, if so desired.
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