Victorian Pineapple Ring opal The two gemstone drops are

The two gemstone drops are rather special: briolette cut pink topaz stones with diamond-set caps

An adorable Victorian bar brooch featuring a chick

8cm (not including the jump ring)

Albion Street

2mm (larger)

Victorian Pineapple Ring opal The two gemstone drops areThe pineapple has been a symbol of wealth and hospitality since the early 18th century, when European aristocrats became obsessed with this most 'exotic' of fruit. Although it was first described in English as early as 1568, the ability to cultivate them in temperate climates (basically heated greenhouses) wasn't developed until around 1700. And even when it was possible, the equipment and heating costs made them fantastically expensive to grow