Pair of Green & White Paste Salamander Brooches wristwatch They're mounted in 18 karat

They're mounted in 18 karat gold

Her beauty caught the eye of Poseidon

one earring is slightly dented

It dates from the latter half of the 19th century

A stunning Imperial Russian miniature egg pendant finished in bright white guilloché enamel

Pair of Green & White Paste Salamander Brooches wristwatch They're mounted in 18 karatDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A pair of sterling silver salamander brooches dating from the latter half of the 19th century. They're each studded with green and white paste gemstones, the larger amphibian featuring red paste eyes, and the smaller ruby cabochon eyes. For centuries, the salamander has been a symbol of immortality and rebirth much like the phoenix. It was thought to be able to withstand burning in flames, and so was perceived to be a magical