French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used Further diamonds adorn the shoulders

Further diamonds adorn the shoulders

His ribbed “melon” beads became iconic in French jewellery of the 1920s–30s and were later embraced by early Chanel

A large and impressive baroque pearl tie pin

with the chimera wrapping around your finger

finely made costume jewels

French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used Further diamonds adorn the shouldersA charming French late 19th century tie pin in 18ct gold, modelled as sprigs of mistletoe with two natural seed pearls. The finely textured leaves capture the French taste for lifelike, naturalistic jewels, so beloved during the Belle poque. Mistletoe has long been a symbol of love, peace, and protection. In France especially, it was exchanged at New Year as a token of good fortune, while in England it became linked to the romantic tradition of kisses