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Antique 1.28 Carat Diamond Pearl and Garnet Yellow Gold Hornet Brooch

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A fine and impressive 1.28 carat diamond, pearl and garnet, 15 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a hornet; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This impressive antique pearl brooch has been crafted in 15k yellow gold in the form of a hornet. Two of the hornet's wings are ornamented with elongated dutch cut diamonds. The head and thorax are also ornamented with round dutch cut diamonds. The head of this fine brooch is also embellished with two cabochon cut garnet eyes. Completing the hornet is a baroque pearl abdomen, two realistically decorated wings and six realistically modelled legs. This piece of antique jewelry secures to the reverse with a hallmarked hinged pin and hook fastening. The 15k fineness mark (15k) is struck to the reverse of the hinged pin and hook fastening. The antique pearl brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This antique pearl insect brooch is fine quality, set with quality gemstones and very high color graded diamonds. The brooch is a good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with clear hallmarks. Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Dutch Content (total) 1.28 carats Dimensions Length bar 5.5cm/2.1" Width across wings 2.3cm/0.9" Length of body 1.9cm/0.7" Weight 6.50 grams Origin: France, Europe Date: Circa 1880 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique jewelry / estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: A5878
  • Metal:
    15k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Garnet,Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Round Cut
  • Weight:
    1.28 ct
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.9 in (22.86 mm)Length: 2.1 in (53.34 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A58781stDibs: LU12828035671

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