Antique Brooch Avignon Silver-plated Crown Coat of Arms 19th Century Style Decorative

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Antique silver-plated brooch, depicting the Avignon coat of arms surmounted by a crown, visible in the center of the piece. The object features a circular openwork structure with plant decoration, typical of 19th-century inspired ornaments, with finely crafted arabesques and foliage throughout the visible part. The central coat of arms features three horizontal keys and the inscription "AVIGNON" engraved below the crown, a detail clearly legible on the front. The ensemble displays a brilliant metallic finish with a slight antique patina, highlighting the relief of the decoration.

The brooch stands out for its baroque appearance, with a generous shape and embossed metalwork, giving volume and depth to the piece. The contrast between the polished surface and the duller areas accentuates the openwork pattern. The contours are adorned with stylized floral motifs, each element being well individualized and detailed. The piece is mounted on a varnished wooden display stand, which is not included in the sale unless otherwise specified.

This jewel clearly bears the codes of regional decorative accessories, with a strong visual identity linked to the city of Avignon. It is an object of character, both decorative and historical, which can be worn or displayed. The visible side bears no inscription other than that of the central coat of arms.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Presence of patina and slight signs of wear on the metal, mainly visible on the relief and edges. No major chips or apparent deformation on the visible side. The details of the pattern remain clear and well defined.

Did you know? The city of Avignon has a coat of arms adorned with three keys, symbolizing its papal history and its status as a fortified city since the Middle Ages. Heraldic brooches were often worn at official ceremonies or as a mark of belonging to a region, particularly in the south of France in the 19th century.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in antique and decorative objects.

Keywords: Avignon coat of arms brooch, antique silver-plated jewelry, heraldic brooch, crown badge, regional French brooch, Avignon pin, vintage jewelry, historic costume accessory, old French brooch, heraldic pin, silver-plated metal decoration, Provençal jewelry