Victorian 3.0ct Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch Pendant aventurine A cool novelty "button hole"

A cool novelty "button hole" lapel watch

the oldest known example appeared on a golden shrine found in the tomb of Tutankhamen (13th century BC)

peridot and spinel

rebirth and mortality

Victorian 3.0ct Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch Pendant aventurine A cool novelty "button hole"DATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Striking Victorian diamond set crescent moon brooch, with removable fittings and retractable bail for wear as a pendant. The crescent totals around 3 carats of chunky old mine cut diamonds arranged in two graduated rows along its length, modelled in 15 karat gold with silver cut down settings and fine openworked gallery sides. Craftsmanship: exceptional. Design: exceptional. Symbolism: perfection. STONES Old Mine Cut Diamonds