Carnation Large - Brooch Bracelet durability and rarity make them

durability and rarity make them collector's items

5in) in width by 3cm(1

the central decorative element is 3cm(1

The jewels symbolise a lot more than precious stones

These earrings are inspired by her brooch

Carnation Large - Brooch Bracelet durability and rarity make themThis brooch is based on the Dianthus caryophyllus Commonly known as the clove pink. It has been cultivated for millennia, valued for its warm spicy fragrance. They are called pinks because of the frilly petal edges that appear to have been cut by pinking shears. This brooch is inspired by artwork by Caroline Maria Applebee (c. 1799 1854) Very little is known about Miss Applebee, like so many women artists of the time. She was an extremely talented