Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex This trend

This trend

when opulent jewels were still very much in vogue but clever paste counterparts were admired for their artistry and affordability

The white paste stones

which is ensuite with the necklace in our shop

of Orchard Street and Old Bond Street

Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex This trendAn amazing Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) and gold brooch in an extravagant rocaille style. It is very large, and makes a wonderful statement on a lapel. The coral is suspended with 18ct gold rope details and swags. This Natural Red Coral Branch would have been the treasure from a stop in Italy as part of the Grand Tour. While red coral has been used since 3000BC, the Victorians had a strong affinity for coral adornments, often dressing their children