Antique Micromosaic Dove Earrings of 14k Gold lucky mushroom charm In Victorian and Edwardian jewelry

In Victorian and Edwardian jewelry

This antique 18k gold pendant features a bee or other insect a bee or some other insect adorned with a ruby

there is a small bit of enamel loss on the curve of the right reed and on the right (visible only under close inspection)

these dramatic floating opals are both fun and elegant

The pendant was originally an antique brooch (circa 1860-1880)

Antique Micromosaic Dove Earrings of 14k Gold lucky mushroom charm In Victorian and Edwardian jewelry"The deepest kind of peace and faith are represented by the dove. It is thought to quiet our troubled thoughts and renew our mind and spirit." Unknown These finely rendered micromosaic dangles each depict a pair of white doves set against a striking black backdrop. The earrings were originally antique silver cufflinks (circa 1870) that our jeweler transformed by remounting them in 14k gold and adding garnet surmounts and 14k ear wires. Each earring