19th Century French 18ct Gold Plated Silver, Hematite & Seed Pearl Tie Pin,
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SKU207M
Description
A charming late 19th-century French tie pin, dating to circa 1895, featuring a beautifully polished cabochon hematite surrounded by delicate seed pearls, mounted in gold-plated silver.
Hematite is a fascinating gemstone, an iron oxide admired since antiquity for its distinctive dark, almost mirror-like metallic lustre. Its name derives from the Greek word haima, meaning blood, a reference to the reddish colour produced when the mineral is ground into a powder. Despite its silvery-black appearance when polished, hematite has long been associated with blood, strength and protection.
During the 19th century, its sombre colouring made it particularly suited to mourning and sentimental jewellery. Dark stones were associated with remembrance, while seed pearls were traditionally linked to purity, affection and tears. Together, they create a lovely contrast between the deep gunmetal grey of the hematite and the soft, creamy lustre of the pearls.
The simplicity of the design allows the natural beauty of the hematite to take centre stage, while the surrounding seed pearls add a delicate touch of elegance.
The pin is made from gold-plated silver and bears the French weevil (charançon) hallmark, together with the distinctive assay-office symbol for Nancy. These tiny marks offer a fascinating link to the French precious-metal trade of the late 19th century. A further mark reads 850, believed to indicate the silver fineness.
Dating to the Belle Époque, this elegant little jewel would originally have been worn to decorate a gentleman's tie or cravat. Today, it would look equally lovely worn on the lapel of a jacket, a blouse or even a scarf.
A rather lovely example of late 19th-century jewellery, combining the fascinating history of hematite with the delicate sentimentality of seed pearls.
Product Details
Date & Origin 1895, French
Era Victorian (1837 - 1901)
Measurements
Material 18ct gold Plate
Hallmarks French Weevil hallmark to the left in a rectangular frame with the Nancy assay office symbol between the legs, Further mark 850
Condition Very good
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Our gift boxes are plastic free, fully recyclable and FSC certified. They are high quality rigid luxury boxes that look and feel amazing. They have been beautifully designed by Zuleika and Oliver and best of all, made in the UK!
Our jewellery is presented inside the gift box in a green presentation box, as well as, a luxury reusable pouch and tissue paper. Our boxes, pouches and tissue paper are made in the UK and support small businesses.
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Parkin & Gerrish are very proud to be not just a British Brand, but also a small family run business. We have personally hand-picked all our jewellery, as well as our manufactured jewellery, our packaging and even our jewellery cleaner from all over the UK, supporting local and small businesses.
The point is, we know exactly where everything comes from and how it is made. We have homegrown ethics and principles, we care about people, customers, suppliers and our planet and the next generation.
SIGNATURE GIFT WRAPPING
Every purchase is lovingly gift wrapped by Zuleika herself.
We felt it was important, as we are not a physical shop and online only, you have the ultimate experience of opening our beautiful packaging. Nothing feels better than receiving jewellery.
We can include a gift messages too - please add to your order note or send us an email.
Oh and do not worry, your secret is safe with us! We have very discreet packaging on the outside – we also do not want the postman to know the box he is carrying contains jewellery!
PACKAGING
Tie Pin Box
These are made by a small UK family business based in Dorset that has been going for over 80 years. We provide a stopper too!
Did you know?
THE HISTORY OF TIE PINS
Tie Pins are also known as Stick Pins. They were first popularised in the early 19th Century by the English Gentleman. They can be worn in a numerous ways: cravats, ties or on a jacket collar (lapel). They are the perfect gift for the gentleman who wishes to glam up his look for a wedding or for the races.
A tie pin is a long pin, worn vertically with a decorative top. The pin can be straight or a twisted section (for extra security). All our tie pins come with a protective cap (stopper) to place over the pointed end to help keep the pin in place and to stop you getting spiked!
