Victorian 18ct Gold, Pearl & Diamond Lizard Brooch feed-agegroup-adult There is a reason diamond

There is a reason diamond cluster earrings have remained such a classic

as seen in the length of the drops here

with intricate openwork and symmetrical forms that draw the eye to the central ruby

and the refined style of the Edwardian age

Victorian 18ct Gold, Pearl & Diamond Lizard Brooch feed-agegroup-adult There is a reason diamondA wonderfully characterful Victorian lizard brooch set in rich 18ct gold, set with natural seed pearls along the sinuous body and old cut diamonds forming a brilliant central line of sparkle. Two vivid ruby cabochons bring the little creature to life as its gleaming eyes. In Victorian symbolism, the lizard held a surprisingly powerful place in the imagination. Because salamanders and lizard like creatures were believed to walk through fire unharmed,