Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex they were particularly popular in

they were particularly popular in the 19th Century and the Romantic Period (the early years of Queen Victoria’s reign)

The chain's length is 18 inches / 45 cm and approximate width is 1

which is ensuite with the necklace in our shop

The intricate designs of this brooch require a significant amount of time and labor to produce

The white paste stones

Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-gender-unisex they were particularly popular inAn amazing Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) and gold brooch in an extravagant rocaille style. It is very large, and makes a wonderful statement on a lapel. The coral is suspended with 18ct gold rope details and swags. This Natural Red Coral Branch would have been the treasure from a stop in Italy as part of the Grand Tour. While red coral has been used since 3000BC, the Victorians had a strong affinity for coral adornments, often dressing their children