A wonderfully characterful 18ct yellow gold crab brooch, designed as the Cancer zodiac symbol. The crab is modelled in three dimensions with a pleasing sculptural solidity — at 14.7g it has a substantial weight that speaks to the quality of the making — with ruby eyes that catch the light with a vivid red gleam, and a pearl clutched between its claws. A piece with genuine personality, equally at home as a zodiac gift for a Cancer or simply as a bold and distinctive brooch for anyone drawn to fine animal jewellery. Hallmarked 18K.

A joyful and beautifully made piece — the crab is one of the most appealing of all the zodiac motifs in jewellery form, and an 18ct gold example of this weight and quality with ruby eyes and a pearl is a cut well above the usual.

The Details

• Metal: 18ct yellow gold
• Eyes: Rubies
• Pearl: Held between claws
• Zodiac Sign: Cancer
• Weight: 14.7g
• Dimensions: 4.1 × 4.2cm
• Hallmarks: 18K