A beautiful brooch featuring the monogram of Catherine II beneath the crown inspired by the original from the Hermitage collection (silver gilt set with 112 diamonds, total weight 14.8 karat) was created in St Petersburg in 1770-80. Only attendants to Empress Catherine II were allowed to wear such brooches.

Jewelry alloy, Swarovsky crystals.
2 7/8 x 1 1/4 in. (7.4 x 3.2 cm).