Victorian 15ct gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult they feel wonderfully intact

they feel wonderfully intact

It is likely of a pointer

such as the Horsburgh Clan Crest or the Tait Clan Crest (there may be others)

This brooch caught our imagination the moment we saw it

Victorian 15ct gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult they feel wonderfully intactA striking Victorian 15ct gold tie pin, featuring a luminous natural pearl set within a six pointed gold star against a vibrant turquoise blue enamel ground. Turquoise blue enamel enjoyed enormous popularity during the Victorian period, admired not only for its vivid colour but also for its symbolism. The colour was closely associated with the gemstone turquoise, which was believed to bring protection, good fortune and faithful friendship. Blue itself