Victorian Pearl & Demantoid Garnet Salamander Brooch French 45ct total

45ct total

Boucheron Maker's Mark

bearing a rather unusual heraldic crest

It dates from the Edwardian period

The enthusiasm for Ancient Egyptian designs in the decorative arts of the 19th Century is largely attributed to Napoleon's conquest of Egypt

Victorian Pearl & Demantoid Garnet Salamander Brooch French 45ct totalDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Gorgeous antique Salamander brooch dating from the late Victorian era. It's set with a central row of demantoid garnets, surrounded by pearls and ruby eyes. The detail and craftsmanship are exquisite with webbed feet, half open mouth, and stones resting in cut down settings. Modelled in 15k gold throughout. For centuries, the salamander has been a symbol of immortality and rebirth much like the phoenix. It was thought to be