Antique Victorian (1837-1901) Pearl & Turquoise Gold Bar Brooch RINGS silver pin brooch

silver pin brooch

Length of 45cm

5 cm in width

The necklace is in excellent vintage condition from West Germany

Antique Victorian (1837-1901) Pearl & Turquoise Gold Bar Brooch RINGS silver pin broochVictorian seed pearl and turquoise gold bar brooch from 1837 1901. In the mid century the subject of gem lore became very popular. For the Victorian's a turquoise gemstone was thought to preserve sight and protect from injury. Even today in the north east, there is a proverb stating 'That a Turquoise given by a loving hand carries with it happiness and good fortune'. Additionally pearls had multiple meanings, primarily they were associated with