18th Century Norwegian "They Both Burn" Brooch hematite tests as silver plate

tests as silver plate

An incredible vintage guilloché enamel watch pendant by Atlanta Geneve

An original target ring of this era - and in such good condition - is a rare and beautiful thing indeed

831 (approx

and two points at the top where the chain attached

18th Century Norwegian "They Both Burn" Brooch hematite tests as silver plateDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 Remarkable antique brooch made in Norway in the latter half of the 18th century. It's large, incredibly ornate with silver filigree, leaves, and foiled paste gemstones, all arranged around a central hinged locket compartment home to a finely painted miniature depiction of cupid holding crossed spears being consumed by flames. The words "De Brenner begge" They Both Burn emblazoned on a banner above the scene. My guess is that it