Victorian Sapphire Coiled Serpent Brooch bulgari perfectly showcased by the minimal

perfectly showcased by the minimal claw settings and thin bar body

Height: 35

Jewellery of the period was often directly inspired by celestial objects or spacecraft (Sputnik

Typically Georgian in style

this scarab is holding a turquoise-set sun disk between its two front legs

Victorian Sapphire Coiled Serpent Brooch bulgari perfectly showcased by the minimalDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A stunning antique coiled serpent brooch dating from the late 19th century. It's French, made circa 1880, and crafted in 18k yellow gold with a sapphire brain; it's beautifully proportioned and has taken on the most gorgeous antique patina. STONES Sapphire MEASUREMENTS 2. 8 x 2. 7cm WEIGHT 3. 6g MARKS French 18k gold hallmarks CONDITION Excellent, with fine antique patina