Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch Lapis Lazuli and the amethyst is a

and the amethyst is a lovely deep-hued stone

Set with approximately 1

the engraved gold surround in an elliptical lotus shape

The central gold crown has a red enamel interior

It is marked with French provincial silver marks and a maker's mark that is hard to properly decipher

Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch Lapis Lazuli and the amethyst is a* Reserved * A charming Victorian brooch formed of perfectly set old mine cut and rose cut diamonds in a crescent design with a central pierced heart brooch. This piece is set in silver and 18ct fine gold, with approximately 1. 25 carats of diamonds in total. Circa 1870 80 Measurements: 4cm across and 1. 3cm high