Victorian Gold Enamel and Pearl Gnome Stick Pin

Antique Gold Enamel and Pearl Gnome Stick Pin

A whimsical and exquisitely detailed Victorian stick pin featuring a charming gnome figure crafted in 14K yellow gold, adorned with vibrant enamel, and holding a lustrous natural pearl. The figure’s expressive face, gilded beard, and colorful attire—complete with a red cap and blue tunic—showcase the remarkable artistry and humor of late-19th-century jewelers. Mounted on a slender gold pin, this miniature treasure embodies the era’s love for imaginative and finely executed designs.

Details

• Era: Victorian, circa late 19th century

• Origin: Europe (likely Austrian)

• Material: 14K Yellow Gold

• Gemstone: Natural Pearl

• Technique: Hand-painted Enamel

• Motif: Gnome holding a pearl

• Condition: Excellent

About Gnomes in Jewelry and Folklore

In European folklore, gnomes were believed to be guardians of hidden treasures, protectors of gold and precious stones buried deep within the earth. Their legend first appeared during the Renaissance, when alchemists and philosophers described them as elemental spirits of the earth. Centuries later, during the Victorian era, a renewed fascination with mythology and the natural world inspired jewelers to reinterpret these mystical beings in miniature form. A gnome jewel such as this symbolized protection, good fortune, and the artistry of storytelling through design.

Highlights

• Rare Victorian enamel stick pin with a gnome motif

• Finely detailed craftsmanship and excellent condition

• Perfect for collectors of antique figural jewels

• A unique conversation piece from the age of fantasy and elegance