Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch feed-agegroup-adult with elegantly curling stems wrapping

with elegantly curling stems wrapping around the central stone

The scale and workmanship are just right

It is surrounded by 3

why the motif gained popularity in America is slightly different story

Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch feed-agegroup-adult with elegantly curling stems wrappingA very fine Edwardian ruby and diamond brooch in the shape of a crescent moon. Although crescent moons and stars were fashionable in the Georgian era, they were particularly popular in the 19th Century and the Romantic Period (the early years of Queen Victorias reign). They were then popular again during the Aesthetic Period (after the Queen finally came out of her 20 year mourning for Prince Albert). The Edwardians, inspired by Queen Alexandra, wore