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Antique 18k Gold Pietra Dura Brooch Italian Circa 1870  

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This is a beautiful pietra dura brooch with Etruscan style goldwork executed in 18k gold. This oval brooch is comprised of a central oval pietra dura plaque with a large white iris and large red flower with a small red bud each with green stems and leaves against a black background. The color combinations are striking and are a rich complement to the gold setting. This plaque is surrounded with a wide gold frame accented with wirework scrolls with small balls and twisted wire borders in the Etruscan style. It has a hinged gold pin for securing the brooch, which measure approx. 1 3/4" long and approx. 1 3/8" wide. This gorgeous antique pietra dura brooch is a rare example of fine Italian jewelry design form the mid-nineteenth century. This beautiful brooch would make a special gift that could be worn every day. For related designs in pietra dura please see stock #800 and #811.   Price: $1,500.00   Stock #812


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