French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used A large and impressive baroque

A large and impressive baroque pearl tie pin

The necklace is over one hundred years old

Further diamonds adorn the shoulders

This is a beautifully made modern diamond 18ct white gold pendant with half a carat of diamonds

making them a staple in high society jewellery

French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used A large and impressive baroqueA charming French late 19th century tie pin in 18ct gold, modelled as sprigs of mistletoe with two natural seed pearls. The finely textured leaves capture the French taste for lifelike, naturalistic jewels, so beloved during the Belle poque. Mistletoe has long been a symbol of love, peace, and protection. In France especially, it was exchanged at New Year as a token of good fortune, while in England it became linked to the romantic tradition of kisses