"Aquila Vitrix" early 13th Century
This mantel brooch was commissioned by English Heritage for extensive refurbishment of Dover Castle, Kent.
I recreated the piece in Sterling silver with 18ct gold plating, Amethyst, Garnet, Jade, Aventurine and pearls with a centre Ruby cabochon gemstone.
The brooch measures 9 cm across, has two rings one in side the other and a cross form on the back to hold the rings together.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.14571