Victorian Gold Bohemian Garnet Seed Pearl Enamel Brooch*

Description

View Victorian Gold Bohemian Garnet Seed Pearl Enamel Brooch* with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Fine turquoise-colored accents wind through the central flourish, adding another layer of visual intricacy to this beautifully balanced design. The brooch presents in pristine condition, with a bright, refined finish that highlights the intricate scrollwork and detailed setting. A striking Victorian brooch crafted in gold, this antique piece captures the richly ornamental beauty of nineteenth-century jewelry design. At the center rests a deep red Bohemian garnet, framed by graceful black enamel scrollwork and delicate seed pearls that lend softness and contrast to the dramatic composition. Fine turquoise-colored accents wind through the central flourish, adding another layer of visual intricacy to this beautifully balanced design. Measuring approximately 1 7/8 inches across by 7/8 inch high, this brooch has the elegant presence collectors seek in authentic period jewelry while remaining wonderfully wearable. Dating to circa 1860–1880 and rooted in the Victorian fascination with Bohemian garnets from Central Europe, this brooch reflects the era’s love of symbolism, romance, and elaborate craftsmanship. Garnets were cherished for their rich color and associations with devotion, while seed pearls brought a note of refinement and femininity to the design. The total weight is approximately 8.55 grams. With its dramatic color palette, refined scrollwork, and unmistakable antique character, this is a captivating example of Victorian jewelry that will appeal to collectors of period brooches and antique garnet jewelry. The brooch presents in pristine condition, with a bright, refined finish that highlights the intricate scrollwork and detailed setting. The central garnet displays a rich, saturated color, while the surrounding seed pearls and enamel accents remain crisp and beautifully defined. The pin and clasp are secure, and the piece maintains a clean, elegant presentation throughout. This brooch retains its full visual impact and displays beautifully, offering a high level of preservation that is rarely encountered in pieces of this era. The craftsmanship remains sharp and well defined, allowing the design to be appreciated in its intended form with striking clarity and balance. Metal Verification: The metal has been tested in-house using standard acid testing methods and is consistent with approximately 14 karat gold. Due to variations in historical manufacturing standards, the karat value is stated as approximate. Acid testing confirms that the gold of this item holds at the 14k level; however, this method does not provide the level of precision required to determine exact composition at a microscopic or decimal level. As a retail jewelry store, testing is conducted using industry-standard acid methods to verify gold purity within common benchmarks, including 10k, 14k, 18k, and 22k. For precise metallurgical analysis to the micro level, specialized laboratory equipment—such as that used by Gemological Institute of America—would be required. Accordingly, the gold is described as approximately 14k to ensure accuracy without overstating the capabilities of the testing method we are able to use. Condition: Pre-owned - Excellent. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Brooch

Metal Purity

~14k

Base Metal

Gold

Theme

Bohemian

Material

Enamel

Main Stone Color

Red

Metal

Yellow Gold

Secondary Stone

Garnet

Main Stone

Garnet