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Antique Georgian Flat Cut Garnet and Citrine Witch's Heart Brooch
Antique Georgian Flat Cut Garnet and Citrine Witch's Heart Brooch
Beguiling, Beloved.
Once an amulet of protection, by the 18th century, the witch’s heart evolved into a sentimental symbol of “bewitchment” by love. This late Georgian example is set with flat cut garnets and embellished with citrines — we see flames and a stylized arrow.
Gemstones are set closed backed in silver.
This witch’s heart is somewhat larger than others we have encountered, and makes quite the visual statement. Gorgeous as a brooch, but try pinning to a ribbon to wear as a choker.
Marked at the C clasp with a worn and unidentified hallmark, possibly later marked (we believe the C clasp and pin were restored/reinforced in antiquity).
Silver, garnet, citrine (the pin tests as gold).
Dimensions and weight:
● 37.4 mm long
● 34 mm wide
● 4.8 mm deep (not including pin)/7.4 mm deep (including pin)
● 8.2 grams
Period: Georgian
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. We observe minor scratches and a couple of fleabites to the gemstones, in our opinion quite normal and acceptable antique wear.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
Beguiling, Beloved.
Once an amulet of protection, by the 18th century, the witch’s heart evolved into a sentimental symbol of “bewitchment” by love. This late Georgian example is set with flat cut garnets and embellished with citrines — we see flames and a stylized arrow.
Gemstones are set closed backed in silver.
This witch’s heart is somewhat larger than others we have encountered, and makes quite the visual statement. Gorgeous as a brooch, but try pinning to a ribbon to wear as a choker.
Marked at the C clasp with a worn and unidentified hallmark, possibly later marked (we believe the C clasp and pin were restored/reinforced in antiquity).
Silver, garnet, citrine (the pin tests as gold).
Dimensions and weight:
● 37.4 mm long
● 34 mm wide
● 4.8 mm deep (not including pin)/7.4 mm deep (including pin)
● 8.2 grams
Period: Georgian
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. We observe minor scratches and a couple of fleabites to the gemstones, in our opinion quite normal and acceptable antique wear.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
