Late Edwardian 15ct Gold Garnet Tie Pin feed-condition-used symbolising remembrance and enduring affection

symbolising remembrance and enduring affection

Engraved on the back 'John Appleton

It is such a skill to be able to make metal disappear into the design and only highlight the stones

and it is hard to believe he is at least two centuries old

who bought it while in Canada during the early 20th century

Late Edwardian 15ct Gold Garnet Tie Pin feed-condition-used symbolising remembrance and enduring affectionA striking late Edwardian 15ct gold tie pin, claw set with a vibrant round cut garnet displaying rich fiery red hues. Garnets have been treasured since antiquity and were especially popular throughout the Victorian and Edwardian periods. Their deep, glowing colour made them natural symbols of passion, vitality and courage, while they were also associated with friendship, trust and lasting affection. As Januarys birthstone, garnet has long been