2127969

14k Pietra Dura Brooch - Victorian #2127969

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14k Pietra Dura Brooch - Victorian #2127969
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Amazing condition Pietra Dura.</em></td>
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This is a museum quality pietra dura brooch, probably late Victorian, hallmarked 14k with an additional mark that appears to be an "81" or something similar. The perfection of this century-old piece is virtually complete - the pietra dura inlay is so exquisitely done you need a loop to prove to yourself it's not painted! The gold work that forms the structure of the pin is superbly-crafted as well, simple by no means, and very intriguing to look at. Frequently, a traveler would acquire the pietra dura plaque and bring it back to their native land to be mounted as a brooch or pendant by their local goldsmith. This is probably an example of such practice and has a loop at the top to double as a pendant. The stones used are lapis, coral, mother-of-pearl, and jade, on a beautifully polished onyx background. Comes in vintage box (not original). Combined shipping available.
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<tr><td>Condition:Perfect</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:circa 1900</td></tr>


<tr><td>Height:.94</td></tr>
<tr><td>Depth:.31</td></tr>
<tr><td>Width:.55</td></tr>

<tr><td>Title:14k Pietra Dura Brooch - Victorian</td></tr>
<tr><td>Style:Pietra Dura</td></tr>
<tr><td>Materials:14k + Semi-Precious</td></tr>

<tr><td>Location:Providence, RI</td></tr>
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