Victorian Ruby and Pearl Wing Brooch Bloodstone The cross has chalcedony arms

The cross has chalcedony arms inset to a floral and cannetille 18ct gold mount

The sapphire

the cut of the stones and the style of the bracelet copying the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond set in the bracelet that was later presented to Queen Victoria (3 July 1850)

each displaying excellent orient and soft lustre

In the Victorian era intricate snake jewellery frequently incorporated gemstones—emeralds for eyes

Victorian Ruby and Pearl Wing Brooch Bloodstone The cross has chalcedony armsA charming Victorian wing brooch set in 18ct gold with Burmese rubies on the tips of the wings, eight cut diamonds on the inner sides of the wings and centred with a natural bouton pearl. There are approximately 50 points of diamonds and 40 points of rubies in this brooch. There was originally a detachable pin at the bottom of the brooch by the pearl which has been changed to a pin with a safety clasp towards the top of the wings. Measurements: 5cm x