Victorian 18ct Gold, Pearl & Diamond Lizard Brooch feed-gender-unisex

Victorian 18ct Gold, Pearl & Diamond Lizard Brooch feed-gender-unisexA wonderfully characterful Victorian lizard brooch set in rich 18ct gold, set with natural seed pearls along the sinuous body and old cut diamonds forming a brilliant central line of sparkle. Two vivid ruby cabochons bring the little creature to life as its gleaming eyes. In Victorian symbolism, the lizard held a surprisingly powerful place in the imagination. Because salamanders and lizard like creatures were believed to walk through fire unharmed,

and can be turned around to suit a number of colour combinations

often with clear striped patterns

new beginnings

designed as a delicate cluster of seed pearls surrounding a central ruby

Throughout the Victorian era

as men embrace their bejewelled side

as it sits low on the finger and is comfortable to wear

long associated with purity

set in platinum with a 9ct gold pin

After the Flood

We love buckles - not just because they hark back to bygone eras of OTT dressing

delicately framed within a flowing