Fly Me To The Moon - Victorian Rose & Yellow Gold Over 800 Silver, Paste Swallow Bird Brooch (VICBR040)

Fly Me To The Moon - Victorian Rose & Yellow Gold Over 800 Silver, Paste Swallow Bird Brooch.  This delightful handmade brooch is made of 800 silver (tested). The brooch is beautifully detailed and very high quality.  Victorian jewellery often features leaf shapes, birds and flowers. This brooch has all three features including a crescent moon with gorgeous expertly set clear paste gemstones. The crescent moon has the most gorgeous filigree detail when observed by its side profile.  The pin, hinge and C clasp all look to be original.  The detail on this brooch is outstanding. These type of brooches are not often seen. This would make a beautiful gift for someone or a lovely addition to any jewelry collection. 

Comments: Beautiful detail, and hand-work. Very charming brooch. 

History: History: Paste jewellery is a special type of flint glass that emulates a number of gemstones. The origins of Paste jewellery date back to the mid-18^th century, to a jeweller named Georges Frederic Stras, who worked as a jeweller to the king when he moved from Strasbourg to Paris in 1724.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his famous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United States during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

In Jewellery, swallows represent loyalty, love, hope, and safe return home, stemming from their migratory habits and lifelong pair bonds. They are so symbols of freedom and good luck, and were historically given as tokens of protection and commitment to loved ones going on a long journey. 

Measurements: Brooch 46.00 mm x 25.00 mm 

Weight: 6.00 grams

Condition: Very Good     Note: Some age related wear, which does not take away from the beauty of the piece. 

Origin: England 

Date: Circa 1880