Large Purple Pansy Ring | Antique Pin Conversion Ring boating jewelry This whimsical dragonfly charm (circa

This whimsical dragonfly charm (circa 1960-1970) delights with colorful ruby accents

A colorful enamel bird pendant created from an antique brooch (circa 1910-1920)

It is wonderfully crafted and features delicate hand twisted gold wirework and hand etched floral designs

but acid tests for 14k gold and it is currently a tiny size 3

with its subtly turned petals

Large Purple Pansy Ring | Antique Pin Conversion Ring boating jewelry This whimsical dragonfly charm (circaPansies or heartsease were referred to by Shakespeare as "Cupid's flower." Rich in symbolism, this flower was believed to symbolize that one was loved by their sweetheart. This finely wrought pansy was originally a 14k gold brooch (circa 1905 1915), but our jeweler removed the pin findings and welded it onto a thick 14k gold vintage band to transform the piece into a ring. The piece features enamel petals with a delicate bead set half pearl border and