Carved Essex Crystal African Violet Flower Brooch prasiolite stylized waves

stylized waves

Each side of the dangle is fully enameled with the same design

This antique ring is English and dates to about 1890

One gem quality fire opal

Carved Essex Crystal African Violet Flower Brooch prasiolite stylized wavesAntique and dating to circa 1900, this brooch is a wearable poesy of blooms year round. Royal purple African violets cascade from a woven basket. Carved in rock crystal from the reverse, this delicate tableau was then hand painted in realistic hues. Two shades of purple petals contrast with their canary yellow stamens along with a few green leaves in the background. Ochre and honey yellow in hue, the basket appears as if braided. The cabochon of rock