Victorian Ruby & Diamond Cluster Navette Brooch cigarette holder The mount is typically ornate

The mount is typically ornate

and this would have symbolised a "secure" memory

Complete with its original gold bail

Both Victoria and Albert were considered "fashion trendsetters"

It's set with 18 sparkly diamonds

Victorian Ruby & Diamond Cluster Navette Brooch cigarette holder The mount is typically ornateDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 This charming Victorian navette shaped brooch is set with a diamond cluster surrounding a natural ruby centre. Modelled in 15k yellow gold throughout, it features open backed settings enhancing the stones' lovely colour and brightness. The centre stone displays a lovely pinky red hue, and is flanked by two old cut diamonds at either side around half a carat total. The old cut diamond cluster borders the piece, and it features