02 February 2013

Always a floral brooch...

I guess they're just classy, but it seems that 75% of all brooches and tiaras are floral in design. It's all good, though, as flowers are feminine, delicate, and go with any outfit!
Gold and pink stone floral brooch.

A diamond floral brooch from the early 19th century. The center is set en tremblent, so that it moves with every movement of the wearer.

Diamond flower brooch from the early 19th century.

Diamond brooch, first half of the 19th century. The flower head is set en tremblent.

A diamond flower brooch by Mellerio Dits Meller, late 19th century.

Diamond floral brooch, late 19th century.

Diamond brooch, late 18th century, with later alterations.

Diamond daisy brooch, late 19th century.

Diamond bouquet brooch, late 18th century.

Gold, diamond and ruby morning glory brooch, 19th century.

Diamond daisy brooch, late 18th century.

Diamond flower brooch, first half of the 19th century. The flower itself is set en tremblent.

A diamond and emerald orchid flower brooch, early 19th century.