Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch feed-gender-unisex turquoise become heavily associated with

turquoise become heavily associated with men's fashion and was considered a must-have accessory for any well-dressed man

and is a lovely example of the Edwardian jewellers' art

which means “Reason Rules the Kingdom”

with petal motifs around the oval central plaque

The effect is exquisite

Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch feed-gender-unisex turquoise become heavily associated withA 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