Georgian Malachite & Ruby Monkey Stick Pin albertina Made in 1923 and 1926

Made in 1923 and 1926 respectively

the My might mean "We" and the long word is "Barbarians"

554ct F/G VS1/2

topped with dreamy pearls and coral

I was surprised on how much history this holds

Georgian Malachite & Ruby Monkey Stick Pin albertina Made in 1923 and 1926DATE: Georgian, c. 1790 An unusual Georgian stick pin set with a carved malachite monkey head, set with ruby cabochon eyes. The stone displays a fantastic colour, that forms a striking contrast with the red eyes, and it features lovely expressive detail, giving him a cheeky little face. It dates from the late 18th Century, modelled in 15 karat gold with a steel pin. Monkey jewellery has many symbolic meanings and was used as a protective good luck