Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex As with the finest jewellery

As with the finest jewellery of this period

We have 16" and 20" available too

and steeped in symbolism

Natural black saltwater pearls are highly prized

This beautiful vintage brooch

Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex As with the finest jewelleryAn 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