Antique English Sterling Silver/Gold Top Floral Heart Horseshoe Brooch enameled flowers it was called Austro-Hungarian

it was called Austro-Hungarian

a stone worn as a protection amulet during the 19th century

With perfectly formed 18 karat gold leaves and a mottled amethyst stone

Some portrait miniatures were painted of a specific person

creamy split pearl with a rather Baroque surface right in the middle

Antique English Sterling Silver/Gold Top Floral Heart Horseshoe Brooch enameled flowers it was called Austro-HungarianA charming and enduring trend from the Victorian Era was the custom of the Language of Flowers, wherein every blossom and leaf imaginable held secret meaning. It was so commonly practiced that floral messages were incorporated into jewelry. The secret messages and sentiments didn't stop at flowers! All sorts of little symbols held deep meaning for the romantic Victorians, with our brooch being what is referred to as 'Sweetheart Jewelry". Most of the