Victorian Carved Ivory Rose Brooch Pin

THE ROSE SCENT OF ROMANCE ( Victorian Jewelry Ivory Brooch ): Roses never lose their romantic and feminine appeal. This exquisite hand carved Victorian Ivory Brooch of cabbage roses and forget-me-nots conveys the floral message “Never forget that I love you”. (French, c. 1860-80) During the reign of Queen Victoria the “Language of Flowers” became a form of communication between friends and lovers. Romanticism found a perfect expression in carved Ivory bouquets and sprays of blossoms. This breath taking extravagant spray of cabbage roses and forget-me-nots is a superb example of the master carver’s art - you can almost smell the scent of roses. A miracle of survival, there are no flaws or chips in this delicate antique brooch. The Ivory patina is rich and warm and you can see the grain marks on the back. There is replacement safety clasp pin back. Imagine yourself wearing this captivating example of the timeless beauty and the romance of roses. Condition: Excellent. Size: 2 1/2” wide, 1 1/2” high. You can wear it horizontally or vertically.