Antique Victorian Guilloche Enamel Garnet Pearl Locket Brooch 9ct Gold

Antique Victorian Guilloche Enamel Garnet Pearl Locket Brooch 9ct GoldAn exquisite antique Victorian brooch from the late 1800s modelled in solid 9ct gold with a chased border and scrolling metalwork, overlaid on top of a detailed metallic blue guilloche enamel backdrop. Guilloche enamel dates to the 17th century and became increasingly popular in the Victorian era. The process involves metal carefully worked by a lathe, or Rose Machine into a decorative pattern and overlaid with a colourful enamel to create a striking

An exquisite antique Victorian brooch from the late 1800s modelled in solid 9ct gold with a chased border and scrolling metalwork, overlaid on top of a detailed metallic blue guilloche enamel backdrop. 

Guilloche enamel dates to the 17^th century and became increasingly popular in the Victorian era. The process involves metal carefully worked by a lathe, or “Rose Machine” into a decorative pattern and overlaid with a colourful enamel to create a striking and highly detailed work of art. 

A deep cherry pink almandine garnet is also crowned in the centre (approx. 1.7ct) with a halo of seed pearls encircling it. It’s desired for its blazing red flame that glows beneath its dark exterior and is considered a stone of passion and enduring love. 

The piece has remained in pristine condition and is complete with a hidden locket on the reverse where a small photograph or lock of hair can be inserted and kept close to the heart. 

WEIGHT: 13 grams 

MEASURES: Height 31mm x Width 34mm x Depth 9mm 

METAL: 9ct Gold (Tested) 

STONES: Almandine Garnet (6 x 8mm, approx. 1.7ct), Seed Pearls 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880) 

CONDITION: Excellent 

ITEM NUMBER: 22-419 

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