Lot Essay
In the late 1860s, such a jewel was designed to ornament the coiffure, " la Crges", alluding to the Goddess of the Harvest, and therefore symbolising prosperity.
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A DIAMOND WHEATSHEAF BROOCH
Set with old mine-cut diamonds gathered by a ribbon, circa 1870 (one diamond deficient)
Set with old mine-cut diamonds gathered by a ribbon, circa 1870 (one diamond deficient)