CAROLINE'S JEWELRY WITH A PAST

Mid-Victorian c. 1850        Inventory #BH00109

Silver-topped yellow gold handmade flower BROOCH diamond encrusted. The main flower is mounted "en tremblant" (it moves) to show the flash of diamonds at every movement. The patina on this piece is spectacular.  When candlelight was the only light, this brooch shimmered with the light of 85 diamonds and a total weight of 4-1/2 carats (approximately). It probably started life as an aigrette/brooch combination. It has been fitted with a pin stem and pendant combo with an interesting screw in mechanism which can remove the stem. The beauty of this piece is remarkable and no picture can do it justice....it is in excellent condition (considering the renovation which is itself antique), 2" overall in length and a gem of the craftsman's art $7000.00