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Mother of Pearl and Multi-Gemstone Hermit Crab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch

About the Item

Calling all ocean lovers! This charming little crustacean will remind you of a blissful day at the beach. The modernized Mother of Pearl hermit crab is embellished with assorted colorful natural gemstones, shimmering beautifully in the light and creating a real conversation piece. This stunning brooch features a small hermit crab made of polished 18 karat yellow gold. The delightful sea creature is wonderfully detailed throughout, creating a lovely lifelike quality. His eyes and antennae are visible, as are his claws, which are individually curved, making him appear to be in motion, scurrying along the shore. The iridescent Mother of Pearl shell is elegantly curvaceous and bejeweled with 6 colorful cabochon gemstones including tourmaline, lapis lazuli, chalcedony, citrine, coral and emerald. A single stick pin with trombone clasp is affixed to the back. This piece is in very good estate condition and has been professionally cleaned and polished to look its absolute best. It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current value. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 18.62 grams Natural Gemstones: Mother of pearl, tourmaline, lapis lazuli, chalcedony, citrine, coral and emerald. *See appraisal certificate for specifics. Length: 50 mm (from the end of the shell all the way to the end of the pin) Width: 32 mm (from the top of the antennae to the base of the claw) Height: 26 mm Closure: Stick pin with trombone clasp Estate Condition: Very good, professionally cleaned and polished. Some minor wear on clasp. Appraisal value: $8,800.00
  • Metal:
    Gold,Yellow Gold,18k Gold
  • Stone:
    Multi-gemstone,Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Weight:
    18.62 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.26 in (32 mm)Length: 1.97 in (50 mm)
  • Style:
    Contemporary
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    21st Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Polished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Scottsdale, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B0014261stDibs: LU1799219099402
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