Ex Fide Fortis means 'from faith...strength.' As if lifted directly from the page of an illuminated manuscript, this exquisitely detailed brooch is a masterwork of jewelry sculpture. The 'E' is enameled in regal translucent colors, the letters all traced in premium Swarovski crystal. Richly plated in 14K gold. Each made one at a time at Sweet Romance Jewelry in our Los Angeles studio. Size: 4" long, 1-1/8" at widest point. Back pin 2.5"  See model photo. Attractive 
presentation box with product enclosure as shown in photo. Upon opening the box, your recipient will take a breath. All who view it will ask about it and be inspired by its message, ancient words for our time. My neighbor wears this brooch to fasten his collar instead of wearing a bow tie for formal gatherings. I wear the brooch as a pendant suspended from a black satin ribbon...