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Georgian Lover’s Eye Brooch with Ourabos set with Diamonds

431X
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Written by Olly Gerrish

Original Georgian Eye jewellery is rare and highly sought after. Unfortunately due to the popularity of eye jewellery it has been much imitated by fakers. Also larger original miniatures have been cut to take out just the eye and popped in to early brooches. This eye brooch is original and untouched. The painted depictions of eyes were discreet expressions of love in the Georgian period. Presumably, only the wearer and the portrait subject would know the identity of the beloved being depicted, keeping the experience intimate. This beautiful example has been painted with a side view of a female’s eye.  The miniature is surrounded by an ourabos. This snake is  devouring its own tail which represents the eternal cycle of death and rebirth. His head and body have been set with graduated old mine cut diamonds with a cabochon ruby eye.

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A rare eye brooch.

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Item Number
431X
Measurements
Diameter 2.5cm
Diamonds approx total weight 1.32 carats.
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Unmarked.
Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Avoid immersion in water
  • Check delicate settings regularly
  • Take special care of historical jewellery
Discovered
1 week ago

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