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Large Estate Diamond Turtle Brooch Tortoise Pin Diamondback Terrapin Anamalier

About the Item

A most unusual and large turtle brooch bursting with a sparkling diamond encrusted shell. This extraordinary tortoise pin with 160 individually pave' set diamonds framed within highly detailed milgrain reserves. Hand made in the Victorian style with an 18k yellow gold body and blackened silver back. Although we're not reptile experts, we're calling this a Diamondback Terrapin. The chain is not included, shown for modeling purposes. Condition: Very good Era: Victorian Revival Year: 1960s Metal: 18k Yellow Gold & Silver Diamonds: 134 2.50 Carats total Cut: Rose Color: J-M Clarity: VS2-SI2 Graded by GIA standards Dimensions: 2" tall x 1 3/8" Wide x 3/4" Depth Weight: 26.9 Grams Includes: Certified Appraisal $10,000 custom box, & free expedited shipping. 100% money back guarantee. Reasonable offers always considered. Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Item Id: ME0033PNMM
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Yellow Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond
  • Stone Cut:
    Rose Cut
  • Weight:
    26.9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.38 in (35.06 mm)Depth: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 2 in (50.8 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1960-1969
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Santa Barbara, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ME0033PNMM1stDibs: LU1018322685072

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