Victorian Pique Love Knot Snake Brooch crown The stones are graduated

The stones are graduated

and dangles freely from a turquoise-set ear wire

A dainty pair of antique earrings

The pear and round centre stones are set opposite each other and rest in silver settings

A couple of minor chips to the onyx

Victorian Pique Love Knot Snake Brooch crown The stones are graduatedDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This charming antique pique brooch is modelled as a snake, formed in the love knot formation. This knot has long been as symbol of everlasting eternal love, and its matched perfectly with an articulated heart drop from the snakes mouth. Its body is finished with gorgeous gold inlay, creating snake like scales throughout. It comes compete with an antique fitted box and remains in lovely condition. STONES Pique Shell