BIRKS Art Deco Platinum/18kt Reverse Carved Crystal Equestrian Stick Pin Lapis creating a brushed effect on

creating a brushed effect on the surface

and features a lovely filigree design

An elaborate amethyst necklace from the Arts & Crafts period (ca1900)

Condition: The pin is in excellent condition

A fantastic zig-zag pattern wraps around the center of the ring

BIRKS Art Deco Platinum/18kt Reverse Carved Crystal Equestrian Stick Pin Lapis creating a brushed effect onReverse carved crystal was a technique created by cutting pieces of rock quartz crystal into a convex form and then polishing it into a cabochon shape. An image is carved into the flat side of the crystal and then hand painted. From the front, the image appears to be almost three dimensional. Many different images were used in reverse carved crystal jewelry and artwork, but animals were some of the most common motifs. A reverse carved crystal stick