Victorian 9ct Gold Ruby Heart Tie Pin feed-condition-used A wonderfully whimsical Edwardian tie

A wonderfully whimsical Edwardian tie pin

A captivating piece from the golden era of Australian opal discovery

high-quality imitation pearls had become highly fashionable

Richly textured and beautifully made

amongst other things

Victorian 9ct Gold Ruby Heart Tie Pin feed-condition-used A wonderfully whimsical Edwardian tieA sweet and sentimental Victorian tie pin in the form of a softly rounded heart, set in 9ct gold and star set with a pinkish red ruby at its centre. The heart motif was a favourite in late 19th century jewellery, often exchanged as tokens of affection or remembrance. The ruby, Julys birthstone, symbolised love, vitality, and protection, while the star setting was thought to guide and guard the wearer, giving this little jewel both charm and meaning.