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Victorian Memorial Brooch c.1876 | Garnet Cabochon, Pearl & Onyx | 15K Gold Antique Jewellery

£2,250.00

DESCRIPTION

A rare and highly evocative Victorian memorial brooch, dated to circa 1876, beautifully crafted in 15K gold and set with a striking combination of natural garnet, pearls, and black onyx.

At the centre is a large natural garnet cabochon, richly coloured with a deep, wine-red hue. The stone is generously proportioned and beautifully polished, displaying excellent depth and glow — a gemstone widely favoured in the Victorian era for its associations with love, devotion, and remembrance.

Surrounding the garnet is an elegant border of natural pearls and black onyx, a classic and highly symbolic pairing often seen in 19th-century memorial jewellery. The contrast between the luminous pearls and the dark onyx creates a refined, solemn beauty that is both visually striking and historically meaningful.

The reverse of the brooch is especially significant, bearing original hand-engraved inscriptions, clearly legible and well preserved. These inscriptions record names and dates, transforming the piece from a decorative jewel into a deeply personal historical artefact and a tangible witness to Victorian sentiment and remembrance.

The brooch remains in excellent antique condition, with secure settings and finely preserved details. A rare survivor from the period, suitable both for elegant wear and for inclusion in a serious antique jewellery collection.

DETAILS

• Era: Victorian, c.1876

• Metal: 15K gold (no hallmark, professionally tested)

• Gemstones:

• Natural garnet cabochon

• Natural pearls

• Black onyx

• Total Weight: approx. 21.90 g

• Dimensions: approx. 4.1 × 3.3 × 1.5 cm

• Central Garnet Size: approx. 2.5 × 2.0 cm

• Back: Original engraved inscription, clear and intact

• Condition: Excellent antique condition, with original character preserved

• Authentication: Professionally tested; quality guaranteed

NOTES

• This is an authentic Victorian memorial jewel from the late 19th century. Light signs of age are consistent with its history and add to its authenticity and charm.

• The engraved inscription on the reverse is original and forms an important part of the piece’s historical significance.

• Colours may vary slightly under different lighting conditions.

• A highly collectible and emotionally resonant example of Victorian memorial jewellery.

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