Brooch
1875-1900 (made)
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The heart shape of this jewel is symbolic of love. In addition to hearts and cupids, love could be expressed through many other symbols such as flowers, hands, anchors, knots, musical instruments and nesting birds.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Gold with opal, green garnet and diamonds |
| Brief description | Gold, in the form of a heart-shaped opal framed by demantoid garnets and diamonds, Europe or United States, 1875-1900. |
| Physical description | Brooch in the form of a heart in gold with opal, green or demantoid garnets and diamonds. |
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| Credit line | Gift of the American Friends of the V&A through the generosity of Patricia V. Goldstein |
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| Summary | The heart shape of this jewel is symbolic of love. In addition to hearts and cupids, love could be expressed through many other symbols such as flowers, hands, anchors, knots, musical instruments and nesting birds. |
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| Accession number | M.196-2007 |
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| Record created | March 25, 2008 |
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