Victorian 15ct gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult while the graceful curves of

while the graceful curves of the design give the piece an elegant sense of movement

which is set with two large diamonds with further small diamonds set on the shoulders

It looks wonderful on

while the flowing and foliate fretwork design almost looks forward to the Art Nouveau

This tie pin could possibly represent a Scottish clan crest

Victorian 15ct gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult while the graceful curves ofA striking Victorian 15ct gold tie pin, featuring a luminous natural pearl set within a six pointed gold star against a vibrant turquoise blue enamel ground. Turquoise blue enamel enjoyed enormous popularity during the Victorian period, admired not only for its vivid colour but also for its symbolism. The colour was closely associated with the gemstone turquoise, which was believed to bring protection, good fortune and faithful friendship. Blue itself