9ct Italian Pietradura Brooch Circa 1860 locket One of the most peculiar

One of the most peculiar charms we’ve ever had

It is a closed-back piece and extraordinarily comfortable

vibrant gemstones

this is a thoughtful gift for any loved one with (or without) a September birthday

we hand tested to confirm)

9ct Italian Pietradura Brooch Circa 1860 locket One of the most peculiarPietra dura translates to "hard stone" in Italian but also refers to the artistic practice of inlaying stone into a hard backing to create pictures. While mosaics are usually immediately identifiable as separate pieces within a design, pietra dura usually requires a closer look. The stone inlay work is so finely crafted, that pietra dura often looks like a painting. This quality in craftsmanship usually makes pietra dura more valuable than other