French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used carved with an intaglio of

carved with an intaglio of a bird

elegant and full of Edwardian charm

The brooch’s finely pierced and millegrained mount is a hallmark of the Art Deco era

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French Late 19th Century 18ct Gold Mistletoe Pearl Tie Pin feed-condition-used carved with an intaglio ofA charming French late 19th century tie pin in 18ct gold, modelled as sprigs of mistletoe with two natural seed pearls. The finely textured leaves capture the French taste for lifelike, naturalistic jewels, so beloved during the Belle poque. Mistletoe has long been a symbol of love, peace, and protection. In France especially, it was exchanged at New Year as a token of good fortune, while in England it became linked to the romantic tradition of kisses