This large and very impressive brooch belonged to Catherine the Great.  It was created in the middle of the 18^th century  from silver, diamonds and spinel.  It was signed as Pfysterer on April 10^th 1764

The brooch is part of the Russian Crown Jewels and is known as Catherine the Great spinel and diamond brooch.

Length:  11.6 cms
Drop:  10 cms

Item No:  32-001