Extremely Rare Authentic Original Worlds Tinniest Art Deco 10K Gold Red Enamel Diamond Five Pointed Star BALFOUR Pin Brooch ⭐ Fully hallmarked BALFOUR 10K. Weighs approximately 1.1 grams excluding attached spring ring. Approximately 1.21 cm (7.8/16 of an inch) in height from top arrow point to the edges of the two lower arrow points, and approximately 1.3 cm (half of an inch) in width from furthest right edge arrow point to the furthest left edge arrow point. Old European cut diamond approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 of an inch) in diameter. To open move lock press counter clockwise while facing it directly. The quality of work dates it to approximately 1930s, however I have still to discover who or why it was crafted ? Five pointed red stars are symbols used in both Christian and Pagan beliefs as well as for Communism, the five points in Communism representing the five fingers, each finger representing one of the five main sections in communism, 1st the youth, 2nd the military, 3rd industry, 4th agriculture and 5th the intelligentsia. While in Christianity represents the five wounds Christ received during the crucifixion, while in pagan beliefs representing the five elements, earth, air, fire, water, and spirit. The tiny central diamond is interesting since diamonds reflect the stars and thus represent eternity. Someone added a gold spring ring so as to convert it to a potential charm. Feel free to check out my other Rare Brooches !
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