Modern 18ct Yellow And White Gold ‘Bow’ Brooch hallmarks are unworn and very

hallmarks are unworn and very crisp and clear

Pearls are natural therefore will show minor irregularities under magnification

ask for ore infoCONDITIONVery very good antique condition

7mm diameter US 7 1/2Can be resizedCONDITIONVery good to excellent preowned condition

STONESRed Spinel1 @ approximately 4

Modern 18ct Yellow And White Gold ‘Bow’ Brooch hallmarks are unworn and veryHeld as a symbol of love and marriage through the ages, the bow motif has been used since Roman times, but perhaps it is best remembered for its debut during the Baroque period (1601 1700), when bows were a prominent motif in jewellery, portraits and design. Appearing also in the court of Louis XIV (1643 1715), where gold and silver formed into coulee bows were attached to necklace and brooches. When worn close to the heart this symbolised that one