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Yellow Metal and Silver Victorian Swallow Safety Pin Brooch

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Start price: £30

Estimated price: £30 - £60

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Description

An antique Victorian to Edwardian era safety pin brooch, also known as a lace or lapel pin. The piece features a central applied motif of a swallow in flight, a popular sentimental symbol of the period representing loyalty and a safe return. The swallow is crafted from silver-topped metal with a darkened antique patina, set with two round turquoise cabochons and accented with several small seed pearls.