French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold Green Garnet Peacock Brooch and Pendant

French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold Green Garnet Peacock Brooch and PendantThis exquisite peacock brooch is a true work of art, featuring a body set with graduated green garnets, more correctly known as demantoid garnets. While garnets have been admired since ancient times, the remarkable demantoid variety was only discovered in 1868 in Russias Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately captivated by their incredible brilliance and dispersion, likening them to diamondshence the name demantoid, derived from the French word

This exquisite peacock brooch is a true work of art, featuring a body set with graduated green garnets, more correctly known as demantoid garnets. While garnets have been admired since ancient times, the remarkable demantoid variety was only discovered in 1868 in Russia’s Ural Mountains.

Miners were immediately captivated by their incredible brilliance and dispersion, likening them to diamonds—hence the name “demantoid,” derived from the French word “demant”, meaning diamond. With their bright apple-green glow, these gemstones are both rare and highly sought-after, as they are no longer actively mined.

In the early 1900s, demantoids were celebrated for their exceptional fire and beauty, adorning some of the finest jewellery pieces of the era. This peacock brooch is a tribute to that golden age, bringing timeless elegance with its vibrant gemstones and exquisite craftsmanship. A truly rare and luxurious addition to any collection.

This brooch can be worn as a pendant or as a brooch.