This charming Victorian brooch, is shaped like a playing card spade, possibly symbolising wisdom and acceptance or a sentimental tribute, featuring a captivating cobalt blue, red, and gold enamel centre with a guilloché like texture. The cobalt enamel highlights a floral motif with tiny paste stones on painted gold petals and a red enamel centre, reflecting the mid-to-late 19th century blend of elegance and personal meaning.
Crafted on gilded metal, this utterly charming brooch dazzles with hand-cut paste stones in closed back settings, their varied sizes (some with minor, original chipping) offering a brilliant sparkle reminiscent of the era’s gem imitations. The simple rollover (C-clasp) with a rudimentary hinge and extended pin, is typical of mid-Victorian craftsmanship, while the patina and softened facets enhance its antique appeal. A delightful rare collectible, this piece captures the Victorian spirit, measuring 2.8cm high and 2.3cm at its widest point and weighing 4.7g. A beautiful eye-catching brooch, which would make a great gift for a card player and antique lover. The antique box is for display purposes only and is not for sale.
This beautiful piece of jewellery began its journey many years ago and may have some very minor imperfections collected along its travels. By purchasing this piece you will investing in a brand new chapter of its story as well as making a positively conscious choice on sustainable fashion. Vintage jewellery for the beautiful you on our beautiful planet.
