Antique Victorian Scorpion Brooch Harlequin Multi Gemstone Semi Precious Stones ITEM NUMBER: 25-336

ITEM NUMBER: 25-336

One can only imagine the romantic story it once held

An exquisite antique Victorian brooch from the mid 19th century featuring a wonderful angel skin coral cameo in the centre depicting the side profile of a lady with grapes and vine leaves woven into her hair

ITEM NUMBER: 23-640

representing everlasting love that is unbreakable and forever entwined

Antique Victorian Scorpion Brooch Harlequin Multi Gemstone Semi Precious Stones ITEM NUMBER: 25-336This rare antique Victorian harlequin scorpion brooch is a dazzling relic of the late 19th century naturalist craze. Crafted in muted 15ct yellow gold, the scorpion comes alive with a vibrant rainbow of graduated gemstones down its back, including garnet, tourmaline, zircon, topaz, amethyst and some coloured pastes, leading to a curled stinger at the end. The design is a classic example of "Harlequin" jewellery, a style beloved in the 19th century for