Edwardian c.1900 Silver and Crystal Antique Swallow Brooch

    £135.00

    This beautiful brooch was created c.1900. It features a symbolic swallow design. 

    Condition Report:

    Very Good - A little ageing to a couple of the paste stones. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.  

    For more information about this brooch, read below...

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    The Details...

    This brooch is constructed from silver - it is stamped '900' on the reverse. It features a swallow design and is set with round, colourless paste stones. The swallow is holding an open-backed, claw set, round crystal. The brooch fastens with a 'C' catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a tube hinge. The brooch measures 3cm x 2cm.

    To view a clip of this brooch, click here: Edwardian Swallow Brooch

    A Short History...

    The jewellery of the Edwardian era often took its inspiration from the natural world and organic forms, as can be seen in this beautiful piece. Interestingly, items featuring Swallows in the Victorian and Edwardian eras were often gifted to loved ones as they set out on journeys or they were given from the person leaving to the people they left behind. They were used as a promise to return home safely because Swallows are known to return to the same location in their migration patterns year after year.

    Wear it With...

    Wear this brooch with floral prints to compliment its Edwardian elegance.   

    Product Details

    BR610

    Data sheet

    Era
    Edwardian and Art Nouveau
    Occasion
    Bridal
    Style
    Inspired by Nature
    Colour
    Silver

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