and this brooch really fits the bill
this special claw is likely of Indian origin
a hand-painted portrait was a treasure and a legacy passed from generation to generation
Condition: Minor associated age wear
inspired by the French phrase Penser-a-moi (think-of-me ) pansies are of special import to the language of flowers that were sentimentally represented in jewelry symbolism
Gorgeous 15k Victorian Diamond Brooch April 4th and this brooch really fitsVictorian jewelry is as complex in its symbolism, sentiment, and design as the fashion, architecture, and decor of the time. Worn as an ornament, a love token, or a remembrance, jewelry not only completed the well dressed ladys costume but also denoted her position in society, her marital status, and her sense of self. Often seen in Victorian and Edwardian pieces, the ivy leaf symbolizes everlasting love, immortality, and fidelity; and, once you