Victorian 9ct Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Horseshoe Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult Fire opals are generally rare

Fire opals are generally rare and come in orange to red colours

It sits low on the finger

cherished in the 19th century as emblems of hope

the piece reflects the Victorian love of symbolic florals—flowers often expressed hidden messages

a stone long associated with protection

Victorian 9ct Gold Ruby and Seed Pearl Horseshoe Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult Fire opals are generally rareA charming Victorian horseshoe stick pin dating to the 1890s, set in 9ct gold with alternating natural seed pearls and vibrant rubies. The horseshoe was one of the most popular lucky symbols of the nineteenth century and was often given as a token of good fortune, particularly at milestones such as engagements, weddings and new beginnings. Combined with pearls, long associated with purity and sincerity, and rubies, traditionally linked to love and