SOLD Antique 15K & Spinel Wishbone Bird Brooch iliandra Hellenistic

Hellenistic

This ring utilizes the contrast of deep red garnets with creamy white pearls

Featuring silver prong set rose cut diamonds with a textured 18 karat yellow gold ring top embellished with scalloped black enamel and ball terminals

elegant and nature-inspired creations of Japanese artisans made a profound impact on Victorians

5 x 4cm (2 5/6" x 1 1/2")

SOLD Antique 15K & Spinel Wishbone Bird Brooch iliandra HellenisticWishbones from fowl have been considered lucky talismans since at least the twelfth century, when warriors carried them from their dinners to the battlefield. Victorians loved symbolism, and often gifted friends and family with little trinkets for special occasions and endeavors. This adorable little brooch, made of 15 karat yellow gold, depicts two birds balancing on a wishbone, the larger one offering the other a morsel of food, perhaps a berry,