Antique Victorian Seed Pearl & Turquoise Gold Bar BroochVictorian turquoise and seed pearl gold flower bar brooch. In the mid century the subject of gem lore became very popular. For the Victorian's a turquoise gemstone was thought to preserve sight and protect from injury. Even today in the north east, there is a proverb stating 'That a Turquoise given by a loving hand carries with it happiness and good fortune'. Additionally pearls had multiple meanings, primarily they were associated with 'beauty'.