Antique Enamel Lily of the Valley Brooch of 18k Gold connemara marble with its subtly turned petals

with its subtly turned petals

It is 4mm wide and marked 14k

This 14k gold necklace dates to the 1980s and weighs 5

it is a charming piece for the sophisticated collector who appreciates wearable art with a touch of personality

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Antique Enamel Lily of the Valley Brooch of 18k Gold connemara marble with its subtly turned petalsThe lily of the valley is said to symbolize humility and purity. One of the first flowers of spring, this flower has a rich history in Christian art as a symbol of the Virgin Mary and the Immaculate Conception (A Handbook of Symbols in Christian Art by Gertrude Grace Sill). This elegant brooch dates to the early 1900s. The lily of the valley has green enamel accents and post set pearl flowers. It is unmarked, but acid tests for 18k gold. The brooch