Antique Enamel Patch Box gift for artist and sentiment

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Simple elegance defines this 14k gold and opal and diamond charm

this miniature jewel captures the spirit of one of Europe’s most enduring legends—making it a fascinating piece for collectors of figural and symbolic charms

stars are powerful symbols of guidance

Antique Enamel Patch Box gift for artist and sentimentDuring the 18th century, a commonly gifted item was a patch box. These tiny porcelain boxes often expressed beautiful sentiments on the outside, while the inside held patches of gummed taffeta, used to cover blemishes or to decorate one's skin. This antique patch box features turquoise enamel with the quote, 'We live in HOPE' among enamel greenery and a hand painted urn. The piece is in good condition with minor chips and hairline cracks in the