Antique Vintage Victorian 14k Rose Gold Mexican Jelly Opal Brooch Lapel Hat Pin

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Antique Vintage Victorian 14k Rose Gold Mexican Jelly Opal Brooch Lapel Hat Pin:
$89.88

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The Piece
sale Estimate: $500 - $750
Age Circa:Victorian C. 1837 - 1901
Markings:Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed
Country of Origin:Unknown
Brand:Unknown
Gram Weight:2.6 Grams
Metal Type: 14k Rose Gold
Metal Melt Value: $65.00 (Value All-Inclusive Weight)
Material: Enamel - Black
Main Stone:Mexican Jelly Opal
Main Stone Measurements/Color:.50 Carats, Play of Fire - Multiple Colors
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Stone Treatment: The stones appear to be untreated, but we are not certified Gemologists and cannot be sure.
Stone Cuts: Cabochon Cut
Item Measurements: The pin measures just over 1\" in width by just over .25\" in length.
Pin/Brooch Style:Pin, Scarf Pin, Lapel Pin, Tie Pin
Closure Type:Open \"C\" Clasp
Convertible to Pendant: If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece so it can be worn as a pendant.
Notable Features: This beautiful pin would have been handmade during the Victorian Era. It is made of solid 14k Rose Gold and was made in the Aesthetic Movement style of the period. The front of the pin features a beautiful natural Mexican Jelly Opal stone. This type of Opal was very rare during this period and was famous for it\'s highly translucent hue and high degree of fire. The Opal is held in place with claw style prongs and is suspended in the setting. The rest of the pin includes a gorgeous arrow design and a chased, and chiseled applied oak leaf pattern at the end of the pin. The artist also hand painted small enamel accents aroundthe opal, and inside of the arrow. The enamel and arrow are all situated on the pin to draw the eye to the stone. This beautiful pin can be used in many ways including as a traditionalpin worn on the shirt, lapel, hat, or scarf. Please don\'t miss your chance to own this special part of history!Damage: Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Victorian period, 1837 - 1901, is famous for its very rare and elegant, hard to find designs! Queen Victoria was the ruling monarch during this period, hence the name Victorian. The Victorian period has three very distinct periods including the Romantic, Grand, and Late Victorian. Jewelry was often worn in abundance and expressed the wearer’s wealth and social status. This period featured floral motifs, birds, bows, intricately engraved gold, enamel, and intricate seed pearl designs.
The Aesthetic period, 1885 – 1901, features simple jewelry designs and refined artistic taste. Jewelry designers moved to using soft curves and natural shapes and subtle coloring. This period came as a response to Victorians becoming disillusioned with previous jewelry periods that featured more elaborate designs in fashions and furnishings.
Enameling originally dates all the way back to the ancient Persians of Meenakari. The technique involves bonding powdered glass to a base, usually gold, by firing (heating and melting the glass onto the metal). The glass hardens to form a layer of pigment over the metal. Enamel is made of colored powdered glass or may include clear powdered glass that is mixed with colorful metallic pigments. It was used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Celts; and later the Chinese and Georgians. It resurged in popularity in the 20th century. It is primarily used on decorative art or jewelry, usually small in size. Besides jewelry, enamel can also be applied to glass, ceramic, stone, and various other materials.
Chasing is a metalworking technique that uses a nail-like tool and hammer to hand etch patterns onto a metal surface. This process creates a design that is sunk into the front of the surface using indentations, grooves, and channels. Chasing is thousands of years old and was very difficult and time-consuming technique that is still used by metalsmiths today.All packages are sent via USPS First Class Insured Mail unless another shipping option is chosen by the buyer. Buy It Now items ship for free (domestically). Shipping on sale items are priced below. We do not undervalue packages for international customers as it is illegal. Please take this into consideration before placing your offer.

Gold: $8.00 + $1.00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free
Silver: $4.00 + $1.00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free

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