Victorian 15ct Gold, Banded Onyx and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used Sapphires have long been associated

Sapphires have long been associated with wisdom

many collectors look for authentic early Trifari designs signed by Philippe himself

The flowers are surmounted by a tiny diamond leaf

and this is a delightfully youthful take on traditional design

setting up his own workshop in Montreal

Victorian 15ct Gold, Banded Onyx and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used Sapphires have long been associatedThis superb stickpin is verging on the magnificent. The onyx sphere is held in place by a diamond studded mount. The effect is big and grand just as the Victorians would wish! It looks great on a colourful silk tie. On 14 December 1861, Prince Albert died and Queen Victoria and her subjects went into 'mourning'. This was a long period which was not only an emotional state of mind (as we conceive today) but also a very specific manner of conduct and