Georgian Lavender Paste & Pearl Brooch zircon an antique pear shape

an antique pear shape

circa 1920

3cm (not including bail)

This exceptional antique snake-link chain dates to the beginning of the 19th Century

The twist motif is continued throughout the chain

Georgian Lavender Paste & Pearl Brooch zircon an antique pear shapeDATE: Georgian, c. 1830 A particularly beautiful Georgian cluster brooch with a halo of seed pearls in "pie crust" settings surrounding a large lavender paste gemstone. It dates from the 1830s, a time when paste jewellery was still very much sought after on account of its technology simulating nature newfangledness, and the colour of the stone is completely mesmerising. Crafted in 15 karat gold, it remains in near perfect condition with just a hint of