A gold stickpin made of a gold alloy marked with a "9 CT" hallmark, characteristic of British and Anglo-Saxon jewelry from the second half of the 19th century. The form and setting of the stone allow this piece to be dated to the late Victorian or early Edwardian period, circa 1880–1915.
The head of the stickpin features a small, round medallion with a decoratively crafted edge. In the central part, a rose-cut diamond is set in a star motif cut into a gold plate. Such a solution was very popular at the time – the star-shaped cuts enhanced light reflections and optically enlarged the small stone.
The long, slender needle is subtly adorned with a spiral twist in the middle section. This treatment not only introduces a delicate decorative accent but also improves the stability of the stickpin when worn. Similar accessories were an important element of elegant wardrobes at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries – they were used to fasten ties, ascots, lace collars, or scarves.