MIXED METAL FILAGREE NECKLACE

Delight in the Victorian era with this captivating piece of antique repurposed jewellery. The Mixed Metal Filagree necklace by Flew Designs features a small Victorian sterling silver brooch, beautifully enhanced with yellow and rose gold accents. The brooch holds an antique silver and rose gold fob medal, seamlessly integrated to showcase the rich history and artistry of the time. Suspended gracefully on a fine silver chain, this unique piece combines historical charm with contemporary style, making it a perfect accessory for any occasion.

This unique brooch and fob medal ensemble hung on a fine silver chain, offers versatile styling options. It can be worn with both vintage and modern outfits, adding a touch of historical elegance to any look. The fine silver chain complements the intricate details of the brooch and medal, making this piece a standout addition to any jewellery collection.

In the restrained society of Victorian England, a well-dressed gentleman adhered to a strict dress code, where understated and functional jewellery items were essential. Among the few areas of personal expression allowed was the gentleman's watch chain. The chain's crossbar was inserted into the buttonhole, while the watch was placed in the vest pocket. Fobs, often medals or spinners, were invented to make retrieving a pocket watch easier. These functional pieces, anchored to the watch chain via a short chain or ribbon, became symbols of elegance and sophistication.

Jewellery held immense sentimental value during the Victorian era. Gifts of jewellery were often presented to celebrate life events, saturated with emotional significance. Victorians were fascinated by the secret language of love tokens, friendship gifts, and mementos from cherished relationships. Flowers, gems, and jewellery were used as means of discreet communication. Elaborate messages were conveyed through gemstone arrangements, where the first letters of the gems' names spelled out phrases like "Je t’adore." Everyday motifs also held specific meanings: a dog symbolised "faithful service," while a butterfly and a flower indicated "I am happy." This language of flowers and motifs was widely understood across all social classes, with floral depictions often arranged to convey entire messages.