Details
Dating to circa 1860–1880, this exquisite antique Victorian mosaic brooch features a magnificent micro mosaic artwork composed of hundreds of glass tesserae, painstakingly arranged to depict two white doves nestled amongst spring flowers against a celestial turquoise sky. The artwork is framed in a warm 15ct yellow gold navette gallery, adorned with scrolled wirework and beading which are classic Etruscan revival design motifs.
This piece was likely born of the "Grand Tour," and the mosaic centrepiece may have been purchased in Rome or Venice as a high-status souvenir and brought back to Britain to be set by a master jeweller. The motif of the doves is a classic Victorian symbol of romantic love, devotion, and fidelity, suggesting this piece was originally commissioned as a deeply sentimental betrothal gift or a token of eternal affection.
Finding a micro mosaic of this age with all tiles intact is incredibly rare, and the 15ct gold standard (discontinued in 1932) also makes it highly collectable. The piece is in excellent condition, the perfect gift for a loved one or a collector, complete with its original pin, and a safety chain for extra peace of mind when worn.
WEIGHT: 9.1 grams
MEASURES: Height 22mm x Width 54mm x Depth 6mm – Mosaic Height 8mm x Width 31mm – Safety Chain Length 70mm
METAL: Yellow Gold (Stamped 15ct)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880)
MARKS: 15ct stamp, Faded Initials
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 22-485
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