Victorian 4 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch Pique with an oval cut amethyst

with an oval cut amethyst in a closed-back setting

the heart itself measures 2

So charming in its simplicity

making the pendant ready to wear on a chain

It is inscribed to the exterior "Defense de Paris 1870-71" with a makers mark F L inside a recessed diamond

Victorian 4 Carat Old Cut Diamond Crescent Brooch Pique with an oval cut amethystA magnificent late 19th century diamond crescent brooch, designed as a bold double crescent and set throughout with shimmering old European cut diamonds. Mounted in silver over 18ct gold, the brooch has a total diamond weight of approximately 4. 05 carats of I colour, VS clarity stone. 4cm in diameter