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Victorian 15ct Three Colour Gold Nasturtium Leaf Brooch in Original Case

436U
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Written by Olly Gerrish

A beautifully made three colour gold brooch of a nasturtium.   The different colours of gold, red, yellow and green have been inlaid and soldered together to create a harmonious design.  This was a complicated and highly skilled process.  It was made circa 1860-1880. It comes in its original case and was retailed by T. Canter a watchmaker and jeweller based at 42 Old Broad Street in the City of London. A yellow nasturtium traditionally symbolised merriment, gaiety and joy, so it would maker a lovely gift to someone that you love

Item Number
436U
Measurements
Case 5.8cm by 7cm
Brooch length 4.3cm
Width at widest point 3.5cm
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Unmarked, 15ct gold

Condition
Excellent
Discovered
2 years ago
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