Victorian C. 1870 Gold Pietra Dura Florentine Mosaic Brooch Stone_Opal Garnets have small scratches and

Garnets have small scratches and nicks visible under 30x magnification and one small nick visible to naked eye

Made in the early 20th century circa 1915-20

Condition: Very good antique condition

4 inches when expanded

Makes a fantastic affordable antique pendant today

Victorian C. 1870 Gold Pietra Dura Florentine Mosaic Brooch Stone_Opal Garnets have small scratches andPietra Dura is a form of mosaic that was developed in Italy in the 16th Century. Cut polished stones are placed together so perfectly that no space can be detected. Reaching the height of popularity in Florence, Italy in the 19th Century. A popular souvenir for English tourists to take back from Italy on their Grant Tour, it is also referred to as "Florentine Mosaic" due to the city of origin for much of the pieces. This is an exceptionally fine