Topaz & Gem Set Georgian Pansy Brooch gassman this is one of the

this is one of the finer pansy flower brooches to be offered and an impressive size for the day

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this is a true masterwork and a scarce example of its kind

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the pendant dangles from a 20" 14k gold rope chain

Topaz & Gem Set Georgian Pansy Brooch gassman this is one of theAs many of you know, the pansy motif signaled to the giver and receiver that they were always thought of. "Pensez" is the French verb for "thinking of" which sounds like the word, pansy. Yet, it is less discussed, but apparent, that most pansy leaves were depicted with at least two colors of gemstones, sometimes even three. To suggest the variegated leaves of the real flower, these colors also helped portray a three dimensional quality to the blooms.