SOLD Antique 14K & Diamond Crescent Brooch

Celestial jewelry first gained popularity thanks to the discovery of Halley’s comet, by astronomer Sir Edmond Halley all the way back in 1682. He correctly predicted the comet would return in 1758, then again in 1835. To prepare for the comet's arrival in the 1800’s, late-Georgian/ early Victorian women sought out comet-themed brooches in gold and diamonds or silver and paste.

The celestial jewelry craze did not pass with Halley’s comet. Throughout the Victorian era, stars were carved into gemstones, or used as the base shape for brooches and hair ornaments. Stars and crescent moons were fashioned out of pearls, opals, rubies, diamonds and other hard stones.

During the reign of King Edward VII in the early 1900’s, Queen Alexandra generously adorned her outfits with many star and crescent jewels.

Another trend during the Victorian era was for young brides to wear crescent moon brooches given by their husbands. The trinkets symbolized the new marriage, referring to the 'honeymoon' they would enjoy after the wedding!

More than 100 years later  moon, star and sun designs remain popular in all jewelry categories, from fashion to fine. For almost as long as we’ve been studying the stars, we’ve been adorning ourselves with their glimmering likeness.

Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and set with nine sparkling diamonds, this crescent brooch is a dazzling homage to our solar system indeed! The hook on the reverse can be used to wear it as a pendant on a chain or ribbon, or to hang a dangling ornament or drop for extra interest (something the Victorians just loved to do). We are loving the framework, with little darts radiating in between each flower-set diamond! You will definitely feel like 'flying to the moon' every time you wear this glamorous little luminary!

Circa 1920s

Details (approximate)

Dimensions: 48mm x 35mm

Weight: 15.8 grams

Materials: Gold, Diamonds=approx.1-1.2ctw

Metal: 14K yellow gold

Marks: None

Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear