Rubies are not my favorite gemstones, but this alternative arrangement of that brooch is lovely.
Was Desiree a Swedish queen?
--Previous Message-- : With the remaining pieces of the parure, I : think the brooch could be modified to create : a striking alternative to the usual : arrangement. Incorporating part of the : earrings and the existing lower portion of : the brooch, I think this would work rather : well. : : : : RE : : : :