French 18k Brooch with Amethyst, Pearl, and Black Enamel April 4th Floral motifs were designed in

Floral motifs were designed in all styles of antique jewelry during the Victorian era

but this massive chain is a cut above

45 mm without

The American Art Nouveau period took a new approach to the language of flowers

French 18k Brooch with Amethyst, Pearl, and Black Enamel April 4th Floral motifs were designed inAn 18k unicorn of a brooch, this precious Amethyst piece features some of the finest details we look for in jewels of this period; black enamel, prong set pearls, and that central pearl surprise in the amethyst. Greco roman tones in the greek key pattern, bold symmetry, and a French mid 19th c hallmark all categorize this brooch as a cut above. Materials and Features: 18k gold, amethyst, pearl, black enamel Age Origin: French, Victorian, c. 1860