Antique 14K, Diamond & Seed Pearl Starflower & Crescent Brooch modern has been a popular motif

has been a popular motif amongst Austro-Hungarian jewelers for hundreds of years

This period is known as the Victorian Revival

as everything has to be done in reverse and from the back

and allows for the release of inhibitions inspiring love and passion

Antique 14K, Diamond & Seed Pearl Starflower & Crescent Brooch modern has been a popular motifDuring the Victorian Era, it became popular for gentlemen to give their new brides a little token in the form of a crescent moon. It was a way of celebrating what would be their new life together, and to bless their honeymoon after the wedding. Often, the crescents would be worn in the bridal veil during the ceremony, and then pinned to the lapel for the honeymoon. This wonderful starflower & crescent brooch is made of 14 karat yellow gold with