Antique 18th/19th Century Rose-Cut Diamonds Devant de Corsage Silver Portuguese

Museum Quality antique late 18th / early 19th century chrysolite chrysoberyl pendant drop earrings in silver and rose gold, probably Portugal, circa 1800. Of elongated and slightly exaggerated outline typical of the period, this design complimented the high hairstyles of the 18th century and would be the perfect jewel for a special event nowadays. Each earring of an openwork design with a navette-shape cluster top suspending a partially-articulated drop-shaped section with floral and foliate motifs and rose gold beading, set throughout with circular, marquise, cushion and calibre cut chrysoberyl stones close-set in silver. These jewels are secured to the top with a lever-back fitting, consistent with the period. Dimensions: 2.6 x 7.2 cm. Gross weight: 26.52g. For a similar pair of Portuguese Georgian chrysoberyl earrings...

Antique Victorian diamond floral spray brooch in silver and yellow gold, probably Portuguese, circa 1890. A dramatic jewel from the second half of the 19th century, modelled as a floral and foliate spray composed by flowerheads and naturalistic leaves, grain-set and step-down-collet-set throughout with Old Mine-cut, Old European brilliant-cut and rose-cut diamonds, all stones in open-back silver-on-gold settings. This jewel is secured to reverse with a later-added hinged post and roller clasp fitting in yellow gold. Diamonds: estimated 5.04 carats in total, G-I color (assessed), SI clarity (assessed). Main diamonds estimated 1.05ct (approximately 6.20x5.88x3.70mm), 1.15ct (approximately 6.54x6.52x3.47mm), 0.92ct (approximately 5.81x5.65x3.60mm) and 0.42ct (approximately 4.98x5.00x2.64mm). Dimensions: 9.1 x 3.9 cm. Gross Weight: 21.25. This item is in good condition, with marks and scratches consistent with general age and wear. Antique, period and vintage pieces, both signed and unsigned, are being offered as worn. Unless otherwise stated, all weights and quality factors have been graded as mounting permitted and using classic gemology and standard gemological equipment and might slightly differ from the assessments provided by other gemologists. Assessments related to period of manufacture or geographic origin of gemstones are expert opinions and may differ from the assessments provided by other professionals. Colors in the pictures/videos might slightly differ from the colors in real life. When certificated stones are being offered, the certificate or report will be mentioned. For additional information or clarification, please get in touch and our in-house team of expert GIA Graduate Gemologists and Registered Appraisers/Valuers will be happy to help. Upon request, every item sold by Espadim 1985...

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