Victorian Style Vintage GARNET Black Enamel 12k Yellow Gold Pin Bar Brooch, C 1920s-30s

$1,485

This Victorian style beautifully textured Dark Rich Red Garnet Bar Brooch dates from the brief Victorian Revival period of the 1920s-1930s. The stunning and strikingly stylized fringe design long and Extra Chic. Movement was everything during Victorian Era. These dangling garnets aren't just for sparkle; the "fringe" or "tassel" look was borrowed from military regalia. It represented vitality and life. When the wearer move or breathed, the brooch "live" with them.
This Victorian revival masterpiece is a "heavyweight" in every sense of the word. While most antique bar brooches are dainty, this one clocks in at a hefty 11 grams of solid 12k gold—you can feel the quality the moment you pick it up.
The Center of the brooch is dramatically accented with glossy black enamel with bright round garnet and four smaller suspended Garnets. 
Coming from the center are five round garnets on either side of the bar pin capped with a gleaming finials.
At 2.5 inches long, it features approximately 2 carats of fiery, orangy-red garnets that truly glow against the crisp black enamel. But the design isn’t just for show; it’s a coded Victorian message:
The Scallop Shell: Representing life’s journey and rebirth.
The Acorn Finials: A classic symbol of strength and longevity.
The Fringe: These dangling garnets add movement, catching the light as you move.
The Garnets are Deep Rich Red that only Pyrope garnets have.
The total of the garnets is approximately 2.00 carat 
Length: 2.5" . The weight: 10.9 grams
Crafted is 12k gold ( tested).
Don’t save this for a museum. Its 11g weight makes it sturdy enough for modern life:
The Power Lapel: Pin it to a structured black blazer for an instant "boss" look.
High-Low Mix: Throw it on a denim jacket pocket over a silk cami.
The Scarf Save: It’s actually strong enough to secure a heavy cashmere wrap without bending.
The piece is in great vintage condition with super light scratches and minor enamel loss. Sign of wear on some prongs.  Overall light wear commensurate with age and use. All garnets are present and secure. Some patina one clasp. Cleaned and Ready to wear. All parts appear original .
Since we list antique and vintage items we try to make sure to identify any issues. However please go over the photos so you can assess any wear issues that would matter to you personally. 


Retail Value $2,800.00

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Comes in a GIFT BOX with an appraisal. You can send it back within 3 days for a FULL refund minus shipping ($75)! Please, email or call us at (212) 921-7135 with any questions.

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