Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-condition-used amongst other things

amongst other things

made in 1927 by the Nathan Brothers

but is also an example of a rare and highly expensive jewellery making method where

They typically date from the 1920s -1930s and this one is a fantastic example

Large 19th Century Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) Branch Brooch with Gold rope tassel details feed-condition-used amongst other thingsAn amazing Corallium Rubrum (Red Coral) and gold brooch in an extravagant rocaille style. It is very large, and makes a wonderful statement on a lapel. The coral is suspended with 18ct gold rope details and swags. This Natural Red Coral Branch would have been the treasure from a stop in Italy as part of the Grand Tour. While red coral has been used since 3000BC, the Victorians had a strong affinity for coral adornments, often dressing their children