Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used or simply as a curiosity

or simply as a curiosity - and it will certainly be a talking point

At its heart sits a vivid cabochon synthetic ruby lending a rich

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The warm tone of the 15ct gold adds to its appeal

Victorian 18ct Gold Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Tie Pin feed-condition-used or simply as a curiosityA refined Victorian 18ct gold tie pin, centred with an oval cabochon cats eye chrysoberyl, framed by a sparkling border of old cut diamonds. Cats eye chrysoberyl is one of the rarest and most fascinating gemstones found in antique jewellery. When cut en cabochon, it displays a remarkable optical phenomenon known as chatoyancy. This is a sharp band of light that glides across the surface of the stone, resembling the slit pupil of a cats eye. This