Rare 1870 14KT gold taille d epergne Brooch
$225.00
This is for a 14kt gold Victorian pendant brooch with taille d epergne enamel that is from the 1870 s. You can see a smaller version ( which I also have) of this in the "Collecting Victorian Jewelry " by Jeanenne Bell on page 148 and it has a price of 395.00. This not only has the top round piece but also the three sided drop. This measures 2 1/3" long and 1 ½" wide. It has white enamel fleur de lis on the tops with a black knot over them. The tassel has the most delicate work on it and in in great shape on all sides. It weighs 6 grams. A little of the enamel work is not perfect but considering its age I guess that is to be expected. The back has been professional re-soldered with the original pin. In order to maintain the original piece it does not hinge out as usual but is still perfectly capable of being attached to clothes. This is such a rare piece that I doubt you will see another like it .
