Victorian Pearl & Demantoid Garnet Salamander Brooch French English hallmarks for 9k gold

English hallmarks for 9k gold

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Boucheron Maker's Mark

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Victorian Pearl & Demantoid Garnet Salamander Brooch French English hallmarks for 9k goldDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Gorgeous antique Salamander brooch dating from the late Victorian era. It's set with a central row of demantoid garnets, surrounded by pearls and ruby eyes. The detail and craftsmanship are exquisite with webbed feet, half open mouth, and stones resting in cut down settings. Modelled in 15k gold throughout. For centuries, the salamander has been a symbol of immortality and rebirth much like the phoenix. It was thought to be