Victorian 15K Gold And Turquoise Leaf Brooch Circa 1840 Stone_Sapphire Some wear to reverse commensurate

Some wear to reverse commensurate with age

Bog wood is what results from ancient oaks sunk into swamps for thousands of years

Historically oak trees and acorns represent that great strength and power can be achieved through patience and faith

Wear commensurate with age including minor wear to pearl nacre on some stones

6 inches long by

Victorian 15K Gold And Turquoise Leaf Brooch Circa 1840 Stone_Sapphire Some wear to reverse commensurateThis magnificent antique brooch dates from the mid 19th century circa 1840 at the start of the Victorian fascination with designs drawn from nature. Carefully rendered in 15k yellow and green (an alloy of gold with additional silver to give it its "greenish" hue) it depicts a leaves, vines and "berries" (gorgeous blue turquoise cabochons) as if it were just pulled from the garden. In exceptional condition the authentic antique goldwork a true