Pink Enamel Dog Rose Flower Brooch | 14k Gold Flower Brooch deco engagement The ring bears London assay

The ring bears London assay marks indicating that the piece was made in London in 1977

Its gold and pearls have been professionally verified through X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis

our jeweler removed the 14k gold dragonfly from its pin stem and welded on a 14k gold bail

a dragon's claw clutching a jewel or stone was said to protect the treasure from evil forces attempting to steal it

Pink Enamel Dog Rose Flower Brooch | 14k Gold Flower Brooch deco engagement The ring bears London assayThe dog rose, with its soft pink hue, is a symbol of both pleasure and pain. The flower's association with pleasure dates back to medieval times when dog rose flowers were placed at the end of a maiden's bed to signify a king's interest in her company that evening. The pain associations come from the belief that the flower could be used to cure the bite of a mad dog. This substantial 14k gold enamel dog rose brooch by the renowned A. J. Hedges & Co.