Georgian Tortoise Shell Pique Medium/Large Brooch

A particularly nice example of a tortoise shell pique brooch, with a raised dancer, swishing her skirt in time as she plays her instrument. Bits of yellow gold are inlaid into the tortoise shell to form a gleaming border and frame, as well as adding dimension to the figure around her waist and neck. While the brooch is substantial in size, measuring 1.75 inches in diameter, tortoise shell is lightweight. The brooch is finished with a safety chain. circa 1830