Antique Victorian Moonstone Witches Heart Brooch Circa 1880

Details

This Victorian Moonstone brooch is set in Silver, Circa 1880.

The brooch depicts a witches heart.

The term witches heart means a heart with a curved point at the end.

Over time the meaning has changed. In the 18th century they were viewed as tokens of love and affection and brought with it the implication that the giver had become bewitched to fall in love with the recipient. In earlier times, they were often used as protective amulets, to guard the wearer from evil.

The beautiful Moonstone has a lovely ghostly hue, moonstone has been a tangible connection to the magic of the moon, an amulet of protection to the travellers, a gift of lovers for passion, a channel for prophecy, and a path to wisdom.

The brooch shows fabulous workmanship all round.

The pin has had a recent catch added.

Steeped in history from it’s time.

It weighs 7.8 grams.

The brooch measures 35mm across x 40mm down.

Excellent condition all round.