Antique Hand Painted Brooch | Portrait Miniature micromosaic earrings The dragon was originally an

The dragon was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1900-1915) that our jeweler transformed by removing the pin stem and setting it onto a dramatic teardrop shaped howlite stone bezel set in 14k yellow gold

was a cherished gift among lovers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries

1 inch from top to bottom by 0

The center moonstone is framed by a ribbon of rose cut diamonds and blue enamel and the drop beneath the pendant features a 0

The bangle is unmarked

Antique Hand Painted Brooch | Portrait Miniature micromosaic earrings The dragon was originally anPainted to perfection, this darling portrait brooch (circa 1830 1840) features a young blonde woman seated in a rocky field glancing over her shoulder. This whimsical miniature painting is rendered on a thin wafer, set in a silver mount, and framed by 18 seed pearl accents. This dainty brooch would be quite a conversation piece if worn on a dress or the lapel of a blazer. The mounting is unmarked, but tests for a low grade silver. The piece measures