19th Century Italian Cruciform Brooch yellow gold The buckle was a popular

The buckle was a popular motif amongst the Victorians

Yilgarn Craton

Cool antique round locket set with two rock crystal panels

Stones: Diamonds & Pearls

19th Century Italian Cruciform Brooch yellow gold The buckle was a popularStriking antique cruciform brooch made in Italy in the early 1800s. Inspired by regal jewels from the preceding centuries, pieces like this are now categorised as traditional or "provincial" jewellery and were championed by the likes of the Castellani firm later on in the 19th century. It's set with natural baroque pearls atop volcano like bezel mounts and flat cut purplish garnets. The back is beautifully engraved, and someone has added two lengths