Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used often dressing their children in

often dressing their children in them for symbolic protection

or simply as a curiosity - and it will certainly be a talking point

At its heart sits a vivid cabochon synthetic ruby lending a rich

coral was one of the few materials considered suitable for all levels of dress

The warm tone of the 15ct gold adds to its appeal

Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used often dressing their children inA refined Victorian 18ct gold tie pin, centred with an oval cabochon cats eye chrysoberyl, framed by a sparkling border of old cut diamonds. Cats eye chrysoberyl is one of the rarest and most fascinating gemstones found in antique jewellery. When cut en cabochon, it displays a remarkable optical phenomenon known as chatoyancy. This is a sharp band of light that glides across the surface of the stone, resembling the slit pupil of a cats eye. This