Victorian 9ct Gold Opal Stick Pin

Description

Key Features

• MATERIALS: 9ct gold, opal
• DIMENSIONS: Approx 60mm length. Opal is approx 10mm x 6mm.
• ERA/HALLMARK: Victorian era. Tests for gold.
• WEIGHT: 1.53g
• CONDITION: Excellent antique condition. The opal is secure with minimal wear, and the gold retains its rich, warm tone.

This antique opal stick pin in 9ct gold is a beautiful example of late Victorian design and craftsmanship. The opal glows with a play of soft pastel fire;  flashes of pink, blue, and green shift with every movement. It’s held securely in a claw setting with a fine, decorative gallery that allows the light to pass through the gem. The twisted gold pin adds both charm and strength, a hallmark of quality from this period.

Stick pins like this were essential accessories for men and women alike during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were worn on cravats, lapels, or hats, adding a subtle sparkle to formal attire. Because of its delicate scale and gentle colour, this opal stick pin remains timeless ; perfect for collectors and those who love understated antique jewellery.

Why we love this pin

This piece is small but full of life. The opal’s fire feels almost ethereal, shifting colours with the light. It’s easy to wear on a lapel, scarf, or even as part of a vintage hat collection. Its simplicity allows it to layer beautifully with other antique pins too.

Historical Note

By the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, opals had become a symbol of creativity, passion, and protection. Their magical play of colour fascinated jewellers, who often paired them with delicate gold settings like this one. Each stick pin told a quiet story of refinement and individuality.

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INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
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Our jewellery comes packaged in a beautiful black faux leather box and black branded gift bag.

RETURNS:
We do accept returns provided they are returned within 14 days from receiving the item. We will issue a full refund minus the shipping cost.

We will provide a return address and this must be returned at the cost of the customer using a fully insured, tracked and signed for service.

The item must be returned exactly as it was sent, unaltered and undamaged and in the original packaging. This must be marked clearly as a return, otherwise we reserve the right to deduct any import charges made to us from the refund on all international orders.

We do not accept returns on sale items or alterations including ring sizings.