Antique 18k Gold French Enamel Scene Brooch Masterwork Diamond Frame victorian scottish Some early civilizations believed that

Some early civilizations believed that leaving a diamond uncut would preserve the stone’s magical properties

it weighs 15

It makes me a little bit melancholy to think of what stories they could tell

The ring is unmarked but tests as platinum and measures 3 mm north to south

complementing the vivid turquoise stones with its delicate brilliance

Antique 18k Gold French Enamel Scene Brooch Masterwork Diamond Frame victorian scottish Some early civilizations believed thatSometimes a jewel plays a supporting role; those long dangling earrings that make your neck look all swan like, those sparkly rings that animate your hands, the simple pendant that highlights the dcolletage. Other times a jewel is simply a work of art in miniature. I love both kinds, and this brooch is an exquisite example of a piece that was clearly made as art for arts sake. The detail in this miniature enamel painting is worthy of a giant canvas