Victorian stickpin pigeon covered with rose cut diamonds standing on tourmaline

Antique jewelry object group: stickpin

Country of origin: Although it does not carry any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin.

Style: Victorian
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Period: ca. 1890
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Theme: pigeon - After the WWII the pigeon became the symbol for peace. The pigeon, sometimes represented with an olive branch, is an early Christian symbol with the meaning of 'Rest in Peace'. It was also the symbol for the Holy Ghost. The pigeon was the attribute of many saints. A pair of pigeons is known as the symbol of love and harmony. In China and Japan a pair of pigeons is an emblem of long life and faith.

Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (see explanation on silver on gold).
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Diamonds: 14 rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts.

Precious stones: tourmaline
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Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April and tourmaline for October.
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Hallmarks: No trace.
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Condition: excellent condition
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Dimensions: width pigeon 1.97 cm (0.78 inch)

Weight: 2.70 gram (1.74 dwt)

Reference Nº: 09306-4358

Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry

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