Swallow Necklace | Bird Necklace medieval jewelry finely rendered in sterling silver

finely rendered in sterling silver and framed by a red and white enamel border

It features a crescent moon accented with an iridescent enamel pansy with a pearl accent

the pendant is substantial in presence yet refined in detail

A striking onyx insect pendant glittering with diamonds

masterfully converted from an antique brooch (circa 1920–1930)

Swallow Necklace | Bird Necklace medieval jewelry finely rendered in sterling silverSwallows were a common motif in Victorian and Edwardian jewelry symbolic of faithful love and a safe return home. This antique 18k gold necklace (circa 1910) features a swallow clutching a branch of diamonds in its beak framed by a golden circle. The swallow is surmounted by a ruby and a tiny pearl dangles beneath. The pendant measures 2. 1 inches from the top of the ruby to the bottom of the pearl by 0. 9 inches wide. It is in very good condition