{"title":"Antique and Vintage Coral Jewellery","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eExplore the warm, natural beauty of \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"534\"\u003ecoral\u003c\/strong\u003e in our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eantique and vintage coral jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e — pieces that capture the romance of the sea and centuries of symbolism. Loved since antiquity, coral was believed to offer \u003cstrong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eprotection, good fortune, and vitality\u003c\/strong\u003e, and was treasured from \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eancient Rome\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eVictorian Britain\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eFrom delicate \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eGeorgian coral necklaces\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eVictorian cameos\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eEdwardian drop earrings\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"967\"\u003emid-century Italian designs\u003c\/strong\u003e, each jewel celebrates the organic charm of this precious marine material. Harvested from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eMediterranean\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eSicily\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eNaples\u003c\/strong\u003e, coral was often carved into hearts, hands, and floral motifs — symbols of love, faith, and femininity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e✨ Genuine antique and vintage coral jewellery\u003cbr data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e✨ Symbol of protection, love \u0026amp; vitality\u003cbr data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e✨ Georgian, Victorian \u0026amp; Edwardian designs\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e✨ Free UK \u0026amp; worldwide insured delivery\u003cbr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e✨ Presented in our signature Parkin \u0026amp; Gerrish packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eCelebrate the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003etimeless allure of coral jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural jewels born of the ocean, steeped in myth, history, and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-18ct-gold-coral-natural-split-pearl-round-racing-finishing-post-tie-pin","title":"Victorian 18ct Gold, Coral \u0026 Natural Split Pearl Round Racing Finishing Post Tie Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA beautiful coral and pearl stickpin in the shape of the winning post in a horse race! 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Angel Skin Coral is a pale pink coral usually from the seas around Japan, Taiwan and Hawaii. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe French name for this gem is \"peau d'ange,\" literally translated means the skin of an angel. Often to get a strand of these corals take decades and is highly prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victorians loved showing off their rare gemstones and and its symbolising for protecting the wearer from Evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old mine cut in this tie pin adds an extra touch of elegance and style, making it an ideal statement piece for any wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41450850123915,"sku":"1\/H","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/late-victorian-15ct-gold-angel-skin-coral-old-mine-cut-diamond-tie-pin-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-870673.jpg?v=1751916860"},{"product_id":"mid-19th-century-gold-coral-bead-necklace","title":"Mid 19th Century Gold Coral Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA string of salmon coral beads, carved in Italy in the mid 19th Century and likely sold as Grand Tour \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esouvenir. \u003c\/span\u003eThe necklace features a secure gold clasp. Coral is said to represent healing powers such as humility, knowledge, joy, and strength. A string of coral beads is a traditional Christening gift.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41575465058443,"sku":"17\/D","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/mid-19th-century-gold-coral-bead-necklace-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-406930.jpg?v=1751889126"},{"product_id":"art-deco-silver-marcasite-synthetic-red-coral-butterfly-brooch-pendant","title":"Art Deco Silver Marcasite \u0026 Synthetic Red Coral Butterfly Brooch \/ Pendant","description":"This Silver Butterfly Brooch\/Pendant dates back to the 1920s and is likely of German origin. It is Art Deco Silver with Marcasite and synthetic red coral. 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The pendant is adorned with circular coral beads, each of which is embellished with a rose-cut diamond. This piece dates back to the 1840s-1860s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral was historically gifted for two main purposes: to commemorate the birth of a daughter or as a wedding gift. Ancient Romans believed it held protective powers for children, while in marriage it symbolised success and longevity. 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The story comes from the European fairytale of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eblacksmith and his dealings with the devil. The smith makes a pact with a malevolent being (commonly the devil or death) selling his soul for power, then tricks the devil out of his prize. As a blacksmith was considered a 'lucky trade',  the horseshoe became the ultimate symbol for luck and protection from evil and negative energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis lovely gold pin is set with pearls and angel skin coral, and looks superb on a colourful silk tie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll our pins come with a stopper.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41915634221195,"sku":"623N","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/edwardian-small-9ct-gold-pearl-and-angel-skin-coral-horseshoe-tie-pin-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-197912.jpg?v=1751934770"},{"product_id":"rare-regency-georgian-carved-white-coral-snowdrop-flower-tie-pin","title":"Rare Regency 9ct Gold Carved White Coral Lily of the Valley Bell Flower Tie Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare Regency tie pin features a single Lily of the Valley flower intricately carved from white coral. 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She is the youngest of the gods and revered for keeping them eternally young. As the cupbearer of the gods, she is often depicted offering a cup to her father, who appears as an eagle, representing their connection to immortality. In Roman mythology, she is equivalent to Juventas. Cupid highlights the youth. \u003csup id=\"cite_ref-9\" class=\"reference\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hebe_(mythology)#cite_note-9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cite-bracket\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e It has two conical pendants and a hand suspended from the brooch, with coral swags between. The hand is a Mano Figa and the snake bracelet symbolises eternity. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Figa symbol, with a history dating back 8,000 years, depicts a hand with the thumb situated between the index and middle fingers. The term \"Mano Figa\" originates from Etruscan Italy, where \"Mano\" means hand and \"Figa\" refers to the slang term for a woman's private parts. These objects were traditionally worn as an incantation to the goddesses, and a plea for fertility, virility, and prosperity (with close connections to Bacchus). These symbols were typically crafted from sacred materials such as silver or blood coral, representing Luna, the goddess of the moon, and Venus, the goddess of the sea, respectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVictorians had a strong affinity for coral adornments, often dressing their children in them for symbolic protection. Coral was also utilised in the creation of baby rattles and teething objects, with much of the material originating from Italy's Naples region. 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Unlike mass-produced costume jewellery, Gripoix glass is painstakingly hand-crafted and has been since its establishment in 1868. Luxury fashion houses such as Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy often utilise Gripoix glass in their designs, and a select few pieces are branded under the Gripoix name. The intricate designs of this brooch require a significant amount of time and labor to produce, making each one truly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53598866375029,"sku":"\/R","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/rare-gripoix-brooch-with-coral-and-blue-turquoise-glass-paste-and-rhinestones-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-332344.jpg?v=1751894170"},{"product_id":"coral-cupid-earrings","title":"Georgian 12ct Gold Coral Cupid Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese exquisite Regency-era earrings, dating to the 1820s-1840s, feature beautifully carved coral cupids, which symbolise love, protection, and romance. 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