Victorian Bird in Shoe Brooch of 18k Gold moon and stars this jewel is both a

this jewel is both a work of art and a piece of history—an evocative collector’s item that embodies the enduring allure of love

5 and in very good condition with wear to the eyes visible under magnification

It is 14k gold and adorned with 8 prong set pearls

56 carats in total

its sinuous form adorned with a sparkling row of vivid green demantoid garnets and accented by glittering diamonds

Victorian Bird in Shoe Brooch of 18k Gold moon and stars this jewel is both aA charming and whimsical antique brooch (circa 1880), crafted in 18k bloomed gold and designed in the form of a clog, complete with a bird and its nest containing three pearl eggs. Novelty brooches of the late Victorian era often conveyed layered symbolism and playful storytelling, and this example is no exception. Clog motifs were associated with domestic life and good fortune, while nests and eggs symbolized home, fertility, and protection, making