Magnificent antique 18ct gold brooch made during the 19th century.
Spectacular on all fronts, this brooch exudes a regal and majestic air with its rich antique gold tone and royal blue enamelling.
The brooch features a three panel shield/cartouche design with two fleur de lys motifs flanking the central escutcheon. The decorations are incredibly detailed and fine with each border featuring scrolled and foliate motifs with additional gold swags connecting the three sections.
Historically, fleur de lys motifs have represented royalty (notably in France), and is associated with purity, light, and life. Furthermore, in Christianity, it is often related to Virgin Mary & The Holy Trinity, symbolizing faith, wisdom, and chivalry.
In addition to symbolism, such a design also offers the perfect opportunity to display a high level goldsmithing/enamelling with each little component culminating in a magnificent detailed brooch.
The brooch is unmarked as is common with articles of this period and as such we have tested it for gold indicating 18ct gold.
Size & Total Weight
4cm x 2.8cm
7.34g /0.236 troy oz
Condition: Great antique condition with no issues/damage, only minor surface wear commensurate with age - please kindly refer to the photographs for further details.
We aim to overemphasize and state these issues (if any) to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items.
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