Rare, Large, Georgian 9ct Rolled Gold, Flat Cut Garnet Witches Heart Brooch

Dating back to the 17th Century, this wonderful crooked heart, (also known as luckenbooth brooches or 'Witches heart') were used as talismen to ward off evil spirits. Later, they were given as love tokens; the receiver was said to have captured another's heart and was said to have 'bewitched' that someone. The stunning garnet crown atop of the crooked heart represented loyalty.

This brooch is in excellent antique condition despite its 200 year age. All stones are intact and set well, but under a loupe age on the stones can be seen.  The brooch in its entirety measures approximately 2.8 cm x 2.2 cm and weighs 2.2 grams.

Rolled Gold was first used in the 19th Centuary and was comprised of thin sheets of gold fused with a base metal. Having far more gold content than gold plated jewellery, it wont tarnish easily, and will last a lifetime.

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