This hilarious novelty brooch is the perfect little conversation starter! It depicts a silver dog and cat playing on a golden seesaw. The dog on the right has clearly just jumped on with a bit too much enthusiasm, which the cat does not appreciate, based on her raised tail and curved back! Both animals are set with several rose-cut diamonds and tiny rubies for eyes. The brooch is fitted with a c-clasp and a long brooch pin, a feature very typical in 19th Century jewellery.
Novelty brooches like these, displaying the interests or hobbies of their owner, or just creating a cute little scene like in this brooch, were very popular at the end of the 19th Century.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 35 x 7 mm / 1.38 x 0.28 inches.
Weight: 4,20 grams.
Age: 19th Century, Victorian Era, circa 1890s.
Material: The brooch carries a hallmark for 15k gold. This standard was often used in the UK.
Condition: This brooch is in good antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with age. One tiny ruby cat’s eye is missing, which is not very visible when worn.
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