Antique Enamel Lily of the Valley Brooch of 18k Gold art nouveau locket and black enamel set into

and black enamel set into a sterling silver mounting

It is in good condition and weighs 3

The reverse side of the porcelain is stamped with a "V" and the number 7 (presumably a maker's mark)

The pendant was originally an antique brooch (circa 1890-1910) transformed with the addition of a 14k gold bail

but it acid tests for 14k gold

Antique Enamel Lily of the Valley Brooch of 18k Gold art nouveau locket and black enamel set intoThe lily of the valley is said to symbolize humility and purity. One of the first flowers of spring, this flower has a rich history in Christian art as a symbol of the Virgin Mary and the Immaculate Conception (A Handbook of Symbols in Christian Art by Gertrude Grace Sill). This elegant brooch dates to the early 1900s. The lily of the valley has green enamel accents and post set pearl flowers. It is unmarked, but acid tests for 18k gold. The brooch