Incredible Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Winged Wheel Necklace

This unique antique winged wheel is comprised of old mine cuts diamonds and states it's quality and message in wonderful ways! The old mine cuts diamonds sparkle so brightly, and even the wing partially hidden by the wheel is completely encrusted with them! A new creation would take the opportunity to save materials, but the Victorian era jeweler strived for excellence. I feel that this is why these antique pieces have such everlasting endearence.
The winged wheel motif might have begun with the legendary Mercury with his winged feet. The winged wheel represents speed and progress. It is no wonder that the winged wheel was used in so many bike and motorcycle ads since the 1800s. If you are at a point in your life where there is no looking back, only forward with the future wide open this necklace is for you!
The necklace was once a brooch. A sterling silver chain was added. The brooch is silver with a gold lined back, which was commonly done in the 19th century to protect clothing from tarnish. The wingspan is 1 3/4" in width. The necklace is approximately 20" in overall length.