Victorian Crescent Moon & Star Celestial Brooch rose quartz The base is inscribed with

The base is inscribed with the words:

and have later added gold ear wires

two to each ear

and bears Chinese hallmarks behind the head

Victorian Crescent Moon & Star Celestial Brooch rose quartz The base is inscribed withDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A rather special Victorian celestial brooch with a five pointed star inside an elongated crescent moon. It's fully set with old European cut diamonds, the silver settings having oxidised over the paste century and a bit creating a wonderful contrast with the icy white brilliance of the stones. It's beautifully made, 15k gold backed, and remains in great condition crafted circa 1880 and home to approx. 2. 33 carats of diamonds.