Victorian Diamond Set Swallow Pendant

Previously a brooch, we tried to keep this original but brooches are a hard sell these days. The Victorians were prolific with their conversions and would regularly ‘upcycle’ outdated Georgian jewellery into more suitable items for the era. I have no real problem with doing this with Victorian pieces as I would sooner see a item being put into use rather than sitting in a safe somewhere. So long as the work is completed to a high standard we consider conversion jobs like this to be entirely acceptable. All work carried out has been completed in our on-site workshop. Although pictured on a chain, this is not included. We do have a small range of chain listed on the website but please feel free to get in contact to discuss chain in greater detail.

Metal: 9ct gold and silver.

Marks: Unmarked - tests confirm 9ct and silver. There is a manufactures number stamped on the side of the swallow.

Measurements: 39mm from wing to wing, 25mm from beak to tail.

Stones: This swallow has two round cabochon gemstones as eyes. We believe the bird started with two rubies but over time one has been replaced with a natural deep red garnet. The body of the bird has been set with various old cut and rose cut diamonds in an open back setting all with a combined approximate weight of 1.06ct.

Weight: 4 grams.

Condition: Excellent.