and to also make peace between quarreling parties
the unusually specific design
It's crafted in 9 karat gold with clasp hidden behind one of the hessonites
mounted in foil backed "pie crust" settings - the foil and the silver both used to increase brilliance/brightness and accentuate their colour
The style is quite typical for the era
Georgian Garnet, Turquoise & Pearl Quatrefoil Brooch Roman and to also make peaceDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A sweet little Georgian brooch set with a colourful array of gemstones: foiled garnets, natural pearls, and turquoise cabochons. It dates from the early 19th century, circa 1820, formed as a slightly elongated quatrefoil. Crafted in 9 karat gold with the crimped collet settings commonly associated with the period. STONES Garnet, Turquoise, & Natural Pearls MEASUREMENTS 1. 8 x 1. 5cm WEIGHT 1. 7g MARKS No marks present, tests as