Victorian Pearl & Coral Lucky Horseshoe Brooch star sapphire modelled in 15 karat gold

modelled in 15 karat gold and silver

A stunning mid Victorian snowflake pendant set with old Euro diamonds

It dates from the turn of the 20th century - offered in the period presentation box pictured

but correct me in the comments if I'm wrong

and jewellers were creating pieces that ranged from subtly inspired by 20s/30s designs right through to near exact replicas

Victorian Pearl & Coral Lucky Horseshoe Brooch star sapphire modelled in 15 karat goldDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A beautiful Victorian horseshoe brooch set with two rows of gemstones: coral outer and pearl inner. It dates from the late 19th Century, circa 1880, crafted in 18 karat gold throughout. Horseshoes are a symbol of luck and protection, and when there was an increase in superstition in the Victorian era, they shot up in popularity. It was thought that the horseshoe needed to be worn facing upward, or the good luck might pour out.