Victorian "Hope Faith & Charity" Pearl Crescent Brooch bone When I first handled this

When I first handled this exceptional piece

and the piece dates from circa 1890

38ct Emerald Cut Diamond certified at G colour SI1 clarity

comes from that of a factory and pleasure gardens where the 18th Century high society would gather

Crafted in 18k gold throughout

Victorian "Hope Faith & Charity" Pearl Crescent Brooch bone When I first handled thisDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A wonderful antique crescent brooch with the Hope Faith & Charity motif to the centre. It's crafted in 9 karat gold throughout, and set with four pearls in cute star settings. It was made in England in the late Victorian era, circa 1890. The anchor, cross, and heart motifs together represent three pillars of the Christian faith: Hope, Faith, and Charity, respectively. A popular theme throughout the 19th Century, it's not often