mounted in foil backed "pie crust" settings - the foil and the silver both used to increase brilliance/brightness and accentuate their colour
and the design is impeccable: simple yet striking
it's very possible it was referencing the same (seemingly very generous) John McKean Esqr
It's crafted in 9 karat gold with clasp hidden behind one of the hessonites
the unusually specific design
Georgian Garnet, Turquoise & Pearl Quatrefoil Brooch Roman mounted in foil backed "pieDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 A sweet little Georgian brooch set with a colourful array of gemstones: foiled garnets, natural pearls, and turquoise cabochons. It dates from the early 19th century, circa 1820, formed as a slightly elongated quatrefoil. Crafted in 9 karat gold with the crimped collet settings commonly associated with the period. STONES Garnet, Turquoise, & Natural Pearls MEASUREMENTS 1. 8 x 1. 5cm WEIGHT 1. 7g MARKS No marks present, tests as