A very beautiful seed Pearl swallow Victorian brooch conversion necklace. The 9ct bird is hallmarked on reverse and paired with a delicate 9ct gold diamond cut belcher chain.
Swallows were a very romantic symbol in antique jewellery. They were said to represent faithfulness. Typically, an item with a swallow on it was presented to a loved one as they set out on a journey or given from the person leaving to the loved ones they left behind. It was a reminder of the love shared and a promise to return home safely.
