Description
Florentina
in 14k White Gold
This beautiful pin, is sweet and pure. Detailed flowers and foilage, beautifully adorn this lovely piece. Looking closer, one can see the extremely fine, intricate detail, in the design. An abudance of filigree and milgrain, make this a delicate masterpiece.
This exceptionally lovely piece. was designed and created, nearly 100 years ago.
A scintillating, natural, earth mined, round, brilliant cut diamond, measuring approximately 1.8mm, graces the center of this beauty. Created out of 14k White Gold, this piece weights 2.7 grams and measures 1 6/8 x 3/8″.
Worn on the lapel of a fine coat, sweater or blouse, few would not envy the wearer. A bride could thoughtfully place this beautiful pin, in an “Up Do.” Over time, this spectacular piece would become a treasured, family heirloom.
White Gold and Rhodium Plating
Rhodium is a member of the Platinum family. It is a precious and extremely expensive metal. Depending on the market, Rhodium can cost twice that of gold and platinum.
The basis of all gold jewelry, is 24k pure gold, which is yellow. Jewelry made of “White Gold” (10k, 14k, 18k) is almost always, plated with Rhodium. Rhodium resists scratching and tarnishing, giving the white, reflective appearance many designers, jewelers and jewelry owners desire.
When a piece of “White Gold” jewelry begins to show yellow or gold color, it simply needs to be taken to a competent goldsmith or jeweler, who will clean and Rhodium Plate the piece for you.
