Gold and diamond pendant “Flora”

Description

This new TransfÓ or transformation by ÓNÍSÌ PARIS is an antique brooch from the Bonaparte era in 18-carat gold transformed into a pendant. A mobile bail with a gadrooned pattern holds a circular motif adorned with a yellow and white gold floral motif set with multiple diamonds. In the center of the main flower is a 0.7-carat diamond and the surroundings are set with 11 rose-cut diamonds of 0.01 to 0.05 carats. An exceptional and unique piece with the charm of a bygone romantic era.
Dimensions: 3.7 cm with bail, 2.5 cm without bail
Width: 2.5cm
Weight: 6.29g.
This unique piece had a previous life in France.

The Story: the so-called “Bonaparte” era jewelry is jewelry from the end of the nineteenth century characterized by the recurrence of certain distinctive motifs: yellow and rose gold, the chiseling of gold in scrolls or arabesques, the engraving of plant motifs and fine pearls. Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III, was particularly fond of them and can be found in many jewellery of the time, including pendants, medallions, rings and sleeper earrings.