Brooch of Life

Vivacity itself, this attractively lively brooch teems with colour and intrigue. Full of life, and light of heart.

Sparkling peridot and chrysocolla with malachite make perfect partners in this charismatic brooch in silver and 18K gold.

I loved making this brooch and looking at it always makes me smile.

Interestingly, peridot is said to inspire happiness in the self and delight in the nature of one's life. Often referred to as the evening emerald, the peridot holds its colour in twilight more tenderly than true emeralds. With its gentle glow, early lapidaries pronounced peridot a good talisman against terrors of the night.

Peridot is the birthstone for those born in the month of August. It is also the traditional stone of choice for those celebrating their 16th wedding anniversary.

45mm x 40mm, 17g