Edwardian Silver Coloured Paste Giardinetti Brooch feed-agegroup-adult it was holding an olive

it was holding an olive branch in its beak

has long been associated with devotion and the safe return of loved ones

A wonderful horse tie pin

the piece reflects the Victorian love of symbolic florals—flowers often expressed hidden messages

prized for its sophistication and regal associations

Edwardian Silver Coloured Paste Giardinetti Brooch feed-agegroup-adult it was holding an oliveThis antique Edwardian giardinetti brooch is a delightful example of early 20th century floral jewellery. Crafted in silver and set with coloured paste stones, it takes the form of a miniature bouquet. The word giardinetti comes from the Italian for little gardens, and these charming jewels with baskets or sprays of flowers have long symbolised love, renewal, and the beauty of nature. Originally popular in the 18th century, giardinetti jewels saw a