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Find Out MoreRegency 15ct Two Colour Gold Brooch set with Gemstones that Spell Regard
№ 521U
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A beautiful 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold two colour red and yellow gold brooch that was made circa 1820-1830 and is full of romantic meaning! In the centre is a pansy that sends the message “Pense a Moi” which is a pun on the French word and means “Think of me” The first letter of each gem in the pansy represents a letter that spells the word ‘REGARD’. RubyOne of the most valuable gemstones on earth. From the corundum family, the red variety being ruby and the blue, sapphire. With the exception of the diamond, corundum is the hardest of the gemstones on the Mohs scale scoring a 9. More, EmeraldOne of the four ‘precious’ stones. An intense, deep green is the most desirable colour for emeralds. Flaws and cloudiness (‘jardin’) are very common in emeralds, so stones are often oiled, irradiated, and dyed to improve their look. Synthetic emeralds have fewer imperfections and are hard to set apart from natural stones. Emeralds belong to the beryl... More, GarnetDescribes a group of several closely related minerals. Garnets come in a variety of colours, however the most common colour is dark red. In descriptions, ‘garnet’ tends to refer to dark red stones unless otherwise specified. More, AmethystAmethyst is the purple variety of macrocrystalline quartz. From the Greek amethystos meaning 'a remedy against drunkedness', it was believed to prevent intoxication and ensure the wearer retains a clear head and quick wit. It was once considered as valuable as ruby, sapphire and emerald. More, Ruby and DiamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use... More. Wrapped around the flower are yellow gold tendrils with leaves above a reddish gold background formed of an intertwined knot design to signify a bond of loyalty . Sentimental, romantic jewellery such as this was very popular in GeorgianJewellery made in the Georgian era (1714-1830). More and VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More times. It has a glazed locket on the reverse.
The Details
A rare “Regard” brooch in great condition
Essentials
Item Number:
№ 521U
Measurements:
Height 2.8cm
Width 3.5cm
Gemstones 0.10 carats each
Rose diamond 0.02 carats
Width 3.5cm
Gemstones 0.10 carats each
Rose diamond 0.02 carats
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
3 years ago
Hallmarks
Unmarked, 15ct gold
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.
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Care Tips
- Check delicate settings regularly
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