Antique Turquoise and Pearl Crescent Brooch of 14k Gold something old The face of the ring

The face of the ring measures 0

Venus is portrayed at her birth emerging fully grown and nude from a giant scallop shell

17ct modern round brilliant at the center (a later replacement)

The band is marked 14k and it is in very good condition

The links are all marked "375" and "9" for 9ct gold

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Crescent Brooch of 14k Gold something old The face of the ringThis eye catching brooch (circa 18901910) captures the elegance of the turn of the 20th century with its striking celestial design. A luminous pearl crescent glows at the center of a radiant turquoise sunburst, the composition symbolizing harmony between the moon and suna motif beloved in late Victorian and Edwardian jewelry. The piece is crafted in 14k gold and measures 1. 8 inches from point to point by 0. 65 inches wide, weighing 4. 25 grams. The