Antique Diamond Swallow Brooch totem pole jewelry and symbolic undertones

and symbolic undertones

6 inches wide and weighs 3

This elegant 14k gold ring features a deep purple amethyst set in a hand etched mounting

The total carat weight of the three diamonds is approximately 0

A superb blue enamel locket from the early 1900s (circa 1905-1920)

Antique Diamond Swallow Brooch totem pole jewelry and symbolic undertonesGraceful and symbolic, this antique swallow brooch dates to the late Victorian era (circa 1890). The swallow, a beloved motif of the period, represented loyalty, safe return, and enduring love sentiments that made it a cherished jewel for travelers and sweethearts alike. The bird is finely crafted in silver topped 14k gold, a technique often used in the 19th century to highlight diamonds against a bright, reflective surface. Its wings and body are set