An early 20th century 15ct gold opal and peridot brooch, by Murrle Bennett & Co.
Opal displays very good play-of-colour across a wide range of hues. Opals symbolism is as varied as the gem’s play-of-colour itself, popular the world over. Often associated with sight, common beliefs include the gift of foresight, being the guardian of eyesight and the ability to render the carrier invisible (making the stone known as the patron of thieves). Other beliefs include the opal being gifts from the gods, offering spiritual insight and protection from disease.
Marks:
Stamped 15ct.
Stamped MBCo. Maker’s mark for Murrle Bennett & Co.
Date:
Circa 1900.
Length:
3.8cms.
Condition:
Surface marks in keeping with general wear.
Small file nick to the edge of the reverse.
Pin with dents, functional.
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An early 20th century 15ct gold opal and peridot brooch, by Murrle Bennett & Co.
Opal displays very good play-of-colour across a wide range of hues. Opals symbolism is as varied as the gem’s play-of-colour itself, popular the world over. Often associated with sight, common beliefs include the gift of foresight, being the guardian of eyesight and the ability to render the carrier invisible (making the stone known as the patron of thieves). Other beliefs include the opal being gifts from the gods, offering spiritual insight and protection from disease.
Marks:
Stamped 15ct.
Stamped MBCo. Maker’s mark for Murrle Bennett & Co.
Date:
Circa 1900.
Length:
3.8cms.
Condition:
Surface marks in keeping with general wear.
Small file nick to the edge of the reverse.
Pin with dents, functional.
By clicking to ‘Purchase’ you agree to having read the Important Information for Purchasers.
Our primary concern is that you are pleased with your purchase. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like about a product before clicking purchase. We appreciate patina and the ‘age’ that older pieces acquire, because of this we do not polish pieces to strip away the age (though your local jeweller may be willing to do this for you for a small fee). Secondhand, vintage and antique pieces will naturally show scratches and small marks, these will often appear more noticeable in the enlarged images that we have made available for you. Our images are as realistic as they can be. Although any appreciable defects/damages will be mentioned please do inspect the images as they do form a part of the condition report.
Antique items may longer not be suitable for everyday wear or may benefit from thoughtful consideration when worn with care.