An exceptional, investment-grade French antique brooch hailing from the height of the Art Nouveau / Belle Époque period (circa 1890–1910). This museum-quality masterpiece is meticulously crafted from solid 18 karat yellow gold and boasts a remarkable collector's weight of 8.7 grams, making it an incredibly substantial and rare survivor of its genre. The authenticity and prestige of the piece are fully guaranteed by the official French "Eagle's Head" (Tête d'aigle) hallmark, crisply stamped onto the solid gold mechanism.The focal point of the brooch is a magnificent, heavy round medallion featuring an exquisite classical portrait profile executed in the iconic style of the Limoges Enamel school. The miniature is masterfully rendered in the hot champlevé technique, showcasing vibrant, glassy, and perfectly preserved layers of turquoise, royal blue, emerald green, and rich crimson enamel over a radiant, chased gold backdrop.Encircling this wearable work of art is a shimmering halo of high-quality antique rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds possess excellent clarity, color, and historic fire, securely claw-set within an intricate, traditional silver-topped openwork gallery designed to maximize their light performance. The long, tapered solid gold shaft remains structurally flawless and features a subtle textured safety notch to keep the brooch firmly secured in fine fabrics.
Attributes & Specifications:Creator: French Master Goldsmith (Limoges Style Enamel)
Place of Origin: FrancePeriod: 1890–1910Date of Manufacture: Circa 1900
Metal: Solid 18k Yellow Gold (tested and hallmarked with the French Tête d'aigle);
Silver-topped settings for the diamonds.
Total Weight: 8.7 Grams (0.307 oz)
Stone: Diamond, EnamelStone Cut: Antique Rose-Cut
Condition: Excellent / Outstanding Antique Condition.
The enamel is 100% intact, completely free of chips, cracks, or restoration, retaining its original high-gloss luster.
All diamonds are original and securely set
Wear: Consistent with age and history.
