-Victorian 1880 Flying Dove Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold With Pearls And Ruby

Flying dove brooch with pearls.

Very rare piece, created in England during the high Victorian era (1837-1901), back in the 1880. This fabulous brooch has been carefully crafted in the shape of a flying dove in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with polished finish. Masterfully made with impeccable details and the entire body is mount with a great selection of calibrated tiny round white pearls. It is fitted at the reverse with a hinged horizontal var with a security hook to wear as a brooch. Has an alternative hook to wear with a small clock.

Pearls: The entire body is mount in a flush setting, with 188 halves white pearls of .075 mm.

Ruby: The eye of the bird is mount, with 1 round faceted natural red ruby of 0.01 carat.

Birthstone: Pearls for the month of June.

Weight: 6.98 Grams, (4.47 Dwt).

Measurements: 39 mm by 21 mm (1.54 x 0.83 Inches).

Hallmarks: No marks as usual. Was electronically tested for 14 karats gold.

Victorian Jewelry

This era was one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night. The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began. The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.

Flying Dove Symbolism

In the sentimental Victorian age, doves were a particularly favorite motif.
Doves, typically domestic pigeons white in plumage, are used in many settings as symbols of peace, freedom, or love. 

Collateral: This brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this brooch is impeccable. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P062423MSEN/.1308