Larter & Sons 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Pansy Flower Brooch In 18Kt Diamond

Enameled Pansy flower brooch designed by Larter Son. An exceptional and pristine Edwardian art Nouveau flower brooch, created in Newark New Jersey by the jewelry company of Larter Sons., back in the 1900. This beautiful brooch has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats (very unusual) with high polished finish and embellished with applications of non-glossy powder enamel with color gradation of blue, white, red and a hint of yellow. The brooch is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar and a mechanical hook. The enamel craftmanship is exceptional and meticulous, far exceeding the details of the fibers and veins of the leaves. It is an amazing jewel with exquisite and exceptional details. Pansies and flowers in general symbolize a hope that love should not be forgotten.  Diamond: Mount in the center in a four-prongs setting, with 1 round brilliant cut diamond of 0.12 carats, white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity. Weight: 13.35 Grams (8.68 Dwt). Measurements: 33 mm by 32 mm by 8 mm (1.30 x 1.26 x 0.32 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark associated to Larter Sons, the mark for the assay of the 14kt gold and signed "L 14KT". Larter Son. Larter Sons was an American jewelry manufacturer that was founded in the mid-19th century by William Larter in Newark, New Jersey. The company was known for producing high-quality men's jewelry, including cufflinks, tie clips, and collar studs. Larter Sons was particularly known for its use