Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used A classic pair of Edwardian

A classic pair of Edwardian cluster earrings

These earrings sit beautifully on the ear

coral was one of the few materials considered suitable for all levels of dress

Likely once worn with a wink of whimsy on a gentleman’s cravat or lapel

At its heart sits a vivid cabochon synthetic ruby lending a rich

Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used A classic pair of EdwardianA refined Victorian 18ct gold tie pin, centred with an oval cabochon cats eye chrysoberyl, framed by a sparkling border of old cut diamonds. Cats eye chrysoberyl is one of the rarest and most fascinating gemstones found in antique jewellery. When cut en cabochon, it displays a remarkable optical phenomenon known as chatoyancy. This is a sharp band of light that glides across the surface of the stone, resembling the slit pupil of a cats eye. This