Edwardian Salamander Brooch

Edwardian Salamander BroochAn exquisite antique salamander brooch dating from the early years of the 20th century, circa 1905. The amphibian is studded with gemstones: a line of emeralds down the spine, cabochon ruby eyes, and glistening old cut diamonds everywhere else. Crafted in 15ct gold with detailed silver settings, it includes a jump ring for wear as a pendant. The salamander has been long regarded as a magickal creature, thought to be invulnerable to fire and born from

and baroque pearl drop - all natural pearls - with diamond accents to the four prongs

The jump ring is 9ct gold

Marks: Backs stamped 750 for 18ct gold

1895 (partial)

seven seals would be used with the name of each signatory written in ink alongside his seal

dieu mortuas 25 Sept 1830

It's set with apple green jadeite cabochons all around the band

The 19th century excavation of Etruscan tombs uncovered gold jewellery the likes of which had never been seen

streamlined profile - each band set with three brilliant cut diamonds

each with a tiny brilliant cut diamonds set flush with the metal

Each stone is slightly different

25 US or N 1/2 UK/AUS