14k Gold Enamel Pansy Pendant | Antique Pin Conversion forget-me-not Pansies symbolize a hope that

Pansies symbolize a hope that love should not be forgotten

The cameo is framed with rubies and moonstone cabochons and surmounted with a diamond and ruby studded bow

Originally part of an antique 15ct gold brooch (circa 1900–1910)

45 inches wide

14k Gold Enamel Pansy Pendant | Antique Pin Conversion forget-me-not Pansies symbolize a hope thatPansies have long associations with love. Legend has it that pansies were once pure white flowers that turned purple from love's wound when struck by Cupid's bow. (Flower Favourites: Their Legends, Symbols & Significance by Lizzie Deas). This pendant features a finely enameled pansy with a post set pearl inside of a heart accented with blue and white enamel forget me not flowers. The pendant was originally an antique pin (circa 1910) by Krementz & Co.