Georgian Pink Topaz Cross Pendant Brooch with Pearl and Turquoise victoria ITEM ID: BHA12967VA
Baker’s notes & crumb story
Description
ITEM ID: BHA12967VA
honeyed depth
evoking whispers of romance and the art of adornment
a gift where he can show his heart belongs to you-right there on his tailored sleeve
The locket has a fantastic fern and button motif
Georgian Pink Topaz Cross Pendant Brooch with Pearl and Turquoise victoria ITEM ID: BHA12967VAThe Georgian Era saw quite a few upheavals in fashion and culture in its 100 + year history. Topaz was a popular gemstone throughout the era, along with garnets, emeralds, rubies, pearls, and turquoise. Crosses and crucifixes were also in favor. Many gemstones were still foil backed while Old Mine cut diamonds were just beginning to be open backed. The end of this era saw intricate designs with metal smiths using twisted gold wire in foliate designs