Pair of Green & White Paste Salamander Brooches sapphire and the shoulder continue up

and the shoulder continue up to the top of this setting

and he holds one gold heart behind him

including emerald

Very unusual

Cool vintage coral stud earrings dating from the 1970s

Pair of Green & White Paste Salamander Brooches sapphire and the shoulder continue upDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A pair of sterling silver salamander brooches dating from the latter half of the 19th century. They're each studded with green and white paste gemstones, the larger amphibian featuring red paste eyes, and the smaller ruby cabochon eyes. For centuries, the salamander has been a symbol of immortality and rebirth much like the phoenix. It was thought to be able to withstand burning in flames, and so was perceived to be a magical