Victorian Banded Agate & Pearl Star Brooch rolled gold four circles of gold ropework

four circles of gold ropework at the end

Each one features a sparkling old cut diamond

and today has become an anthem sung at New Year

and the mirrored words “Le Temps Passe Mais L'amitie Reste” – which translates from French to to "Time Passes But Friendship Remains"

The fine band is half-set with further white brilliant cut diamonds

Victorian Banded Agate & Pearl Star Brooch rolled gold four circles of gold ropeworkDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 The sky's mysterious nature intrigued the Victorians, and it represented the realm of dreams, magic, and the hidden aspects of life. Stars and crescent moons were a popular motif, and this star piece is set with banded agate and pearl. Crafted in 15k gold throughout, this brooch features a locket back and alternating stones. The centre is set with banded agate, with that typical, strong single strip down the centre with