Funny thing is - I have some of these in my own collection - I never when back to look because the black and white pictures make the brooch look so different (in my opinion).
It just goes to show you what effects colour, light and dimension can play when looking at these photos.
I much prefer the look of the brooch in the black and white photos I originally posted.
It does not seem to be as chunky and has a more fluid look to it.