Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Griffin Tie Pin with a Diamond in his mouth feed-condition-used who may well have retailed

who may well have retailed the set originally

something increasingly rare and always lovely to see

They do take a little practice to put on

Each heart is set with a glowing moonstone cabochon

Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Griffin Tie Pin with a Diamond in his mouth feed-condition-used who may well have retailedA striking French Art Nouveau tie pin in 18ct gold, modelled as a winged griffin holding a diamond in its mouth. The detail of the goldwork, from the creatures fierce expression to its coiled tail and outstretched wings, captures the imagination and artistry of the period. The griffin, half lion and half eagle, has been a powerful symbol since antiquity, representing strength, courage, and protection. In the Art Nouveau era, French jewellers often