In floriography, the language of flowers, speedwell (also known by its botanical name, Veronica) symbolized feminine fidelity, loyalty, and a wish for a safe journey. We think these turquoise quartets were designed to mimic that beloved four petaled UK wildflower, but we could be reading into it too much. It's possible the box-shaped turquoise cab layout was just a design choice "for pretty". And it is pretty, isn't it?
MATERIALS: 14k gold (tests), 3 seed pearls (2 2.5mm, 1 3mm), 8 1.5mm turquoise cabochons
AGE: c. 1870
CONDITION: Very good - score mark on the underside of the head
SIZE: 7.5, can be resized; 4mm head, 1.4mm shank