This rare early Victorian witch’s heart, crowned with a diamond bow and finished with a mesmerising table-cut diamond drop, is a beautifully preserved love token reimagined into a wearable, one-of-a-kind pendant.
Originally a brooch dating to circa 1840s, the heart and bow are set throughout with bright, lively rose-cut diamonds, silver-fronted and backed in gold (tests as 9ct). The heart features the subtle right-leaning curve characteristic of a classic witch’s heart, an early symbolic motif believed to signify being bewitched by love or to protect the wearer from harm.
The dangling centre stone is an antique table-cut diamond in its original closed-back setting, repurposed from a different, earlier brooch. It now sits in place of the pearl that once hung in the centre of the heart, adding a uniquely enchanting focal point full of antique character.
To complete the conversion, a handcrafted chunky 18ct gold oval bail has been added; substantial, beautifully shaped, and perfect for adorning your favourite chains.
In very good antique condition, the diamonds remain bright and secure, with only minor age-appropriate wear commensurate with a piece of this era.
Witch’s hearts are amongst the most coveted antique motifs; symbolic, romantic, and steeped in folklore. This one layers beautifully alongside charms, bows, hearts, lockets, and Georgian-Victorian diamond accents. An exceptionally charming and ultra-collectable Victorian jewel, ready for everyday wear or effortless layered styling.
Victorian Witch’s Heart Diamond Pendant with Bow & Table-Cut Drop c.1840
- Era: Victorian (c.1840s)
- Metal: Silver and 9ct gold, with an 18ct gold chunky bail, and an 18ct gold bail holding the diamond drop
- Stones:
- Table-cut diamond drop (closed-back setting)
- Rose-cut diamonds throughout the heart and bow
- Dimensions:
- Length: 28mm including bail
- Width: 18.5mm at widest point
- Diamond drop: 4.5mm (not incl. bail)
- Bail: 8 x 7mm, 1.20mm thick
- Weight: 2.89g
- Hallmarks: No noticeable hallmarks. Professionally tested on an XRF analyser to confirm the metal purity.
- Condition: Very good antique condition
Unless otherwise stated, any chains, jewellery boxes, and other items photographed with the listed piece are for advertising purposes only and not sold with this piece.
