Details
This exquisite antique Georgian garnet bow brooch (Circa 1800) is beautifully set with natural flat-cut garnets in a combination of round, cushion and pear-shaped cuts. Each stone displays a desirable deep red-wine hue, enhanced by traditional Georgian foil-backing to intensify the colour and scintillation. They are elegantly arranged within a silver bow of intricately looped ribbons, accented by two stylised foliate drops and finished with a gold pin at the back.
Bows were a beloved motif in late 18th-century jewellery, symbolising unity, love and the tying of a romantic bond. Garnets were also traditionally exchanged as tokens of deep love and devotion, their fiery red-pink hues representing the hearts passion.
Beautifully preserved and highly collectable, this rare Georgian garnet bow brooch is far more than a beautiful antique treasure. It carries with it the romantic symbolism of its age - a jewel of love and devotion that has endured for centuries, now ready to be worn once again and continue its story into the next generation.
WEIGHT: 7.6 grams
MEASURES: Height 22mm x Width 38mm x Depth 7mm
METAL: Silver/ Gold
STONES: Natural Garnets (Largest approx. 6.5mm, 0.80ct – Est. 8ct total)
AGE: Georgian. (Circa 1800)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced.
CONDITION: Excellent, wear commensurate with age.
ITEM NUMBER: 26-241
