Antique, French, Oria Brooch with Small Pearls

This French brooch, circa 1900, is by Oria. This company was founded in 1867 and similar to the company known as Fix. They both specialize in high quality gold-plated jewelry. The clasp is a working C closure, and Oria is stamped on the back. The pin extends a tad past the brooch, which is a hallmark of earlier brooches. Usually, the longer the pin's extension, the older the brooch. Circa 1800s brooches often have a considerable portion of the pin extending past the brooch's edge, making it easier to fasten through the thicker material of clothing worn in the 19th century.

This delicate gold-plated brooch consists of two interlocking rings, two flowers and two small pearls. It measures ⅞" across and ½" width-wise.

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