Antique Dove Micromosaic Brooch of 18k Gold 14k pansy earrings The craftsmanship and subject matter

The craftsmanship and subject matter reflect both artistry and nostalgia

It was originally an antique stickpin (circa 1910) that our jeweler transformed by removing the pin and adding a jump ring bail

Amethyst has been a beloved stone since ancient times

55 inches wide and is in excellent condition

Antique Dove Micromosaic Brooch of 18k Gold 14k pansy earrings The craftsmanship and subject matterAntique Micromosaic Brooch: A Victorian era micromosaic brooch (circa 1870) depicting three doves nestled on a branch of white flowers. The mosaic is comprised of intricate hand set glass tesserae and it is mounted in 18k gold. The ornate frame is embellished with hand set twisted wire and granulation in the Etruscan Revival style. The reverse of the mosaic is silver. The exceptional jewel measures 1. 45 inches in diameter and weighs 12. 75 grams. It