1870s UK Victorian Era Pietra Dura Mosaic Floral & Fruity Bird Brooch Photo Locket

This brooch, originating from the mid-Victorian era in Britain around the 1870s, is fashioned from gilded sterling silver, featuring pietra dura inlay from Italy. Pietra dura, literally translating to "hard stone," involves using precisely cut pieces of different natural stones, each with varying hardness, to form intricate mosaics. These stone fragments are meticulously ground and shaped to fit together seamlessly, much like a puzzle, to create elaborate patterns, a process that is both time-consuming and labor-intensive. The artwork showcases a vibrant, colorful bird rendered in richly textured natural stones. The delicate carving masterfully captures the dynamism of the bird in flight and its smooth, flowing form. Complemented by a refreshing arrangement of white flowers and fruits, equally exquisite in their detail, the piece highlights exceptional cutting techniques and compositional design. The reverse of the brooch features a glass compartment, allowing it to be used as a photo locket. It is in good antique condition, with natural patination and signs of wear consistent with its age, as expected for a century-old antique piece rather than a new item. Origin: Pietra dura mosaic is Italian-made; brooch structure is British-made. Era: 1870s Materials: Gilded sterling silver, pietra dura inlay Dimensions: 3.9x3.4x0.8 cm Weight: 13.08g Condition: Good antique condition, with natural patination and signs of wear. Important Notes for Purchase: Antique jewelry refers to pieces over 100 years old. Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Sinecheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate of authenticity, detailing the piece's era, materials, and other pertinent information. We offer a full refund if the item does not match the certificate's description. Each item's condition is meticulously documented using photographic equipment before sale to ensure customers are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs form an integral part of the item description. Therefore, customers are kindly requested to carefully assess their purchase intent before completing the checkout process. Due to the unique nature of the items we sell, we regret that we cannot accept returns or exchanges for any reason, including minor flaws or signs of age. We urge customers to confirm their purchase decision thoroughly before checkout to prevent any disputes. Shipping Information: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any jewelry purchase within Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post by Chunghwa Post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order and provide the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.