-Victorian 1880 Hand Glove Stick Pin In 18Kt Gold With Rose Cut Diamonds
Victorian hand glove stick pin.
Very interesting and rare sick pin, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1880. It was crafted in the shape of a hand glove in solid yellow gold of 18 karats whit is holding a rose cut diamond. During the Victorian era, the gloves were often seen as a symbol of a woman's purity, painting and literature sometimes used them to define the moral character of protagonists.
Diamond: Mount in a basket setting, with 1 bold round rose cut diamond with an approximate weight of 0.75 carat, fancy Yellow Y/Z color, VS/SI clarity.
Diamond: Mounin a bezel setting, with 1 round rose cut diamond of 0.12 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS/SI clarity
Weight: 3.40 Grams, (2.18 Dwt).
Measurements: 80 mm by 6.5 mm (3.15 x 0.26 Inches).
Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 18 karats and inscribed with the inventory numbers, "7382".
The Victorian
This era is 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.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this pin is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. Both diamonds are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P051423FONM/.0817
