Mid-Century Galleon Brooch victorian Written on the page of

Written on the page of a letter are the words "UNE LETTRE ADOUCIT LES PIENES DE L'ABSCENCE" - a letter softens the pain of absence

The textured finish - known as 'wood bark' - couldn't be any more 1970s if it tried

A Victorian silver buckle ring dating from the late 19th century

chunky ice-white old cuts and a vivid cornflower blue sapphire

Mid-Century Galleon Brooch victorian Written on the page ofRemarkable vintage brooch dating from the 1950s. Formed as the towering bow of large 16th 17th century sailing ship, a galleon or ship of the line or similar. Marked DPOSE to the reverse (meaning it was a patented design), and featuring a double pin, it's French and the quality is excellent, complete with wirework rigging and hand engraved bulwarks. Built in pinchbeck. Era: Mid Century, circa 1950 Size: 6. 0cm by 2. 5cm Marks: Stamped FRANCE DPOSE