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Antique 2.31ct Garnet, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl Gold Insect Buttonhole Brooch

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A fine and impressive 2.31 carat garnet, 0.30 carat diamond, pearl, 0.04 carat ruby and 9 karat yellow gold, platinum set insect buttonhole brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique gemstone buttonhole has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a platinum setting. This antique brooch has been modelled in the form of a winged insect. The abdomen of the insect is ornamented with an impressive collet set 2.31Ct oval faceted cut garnet. The pierced decorated wings are each embellished with nine platinum pavé set eight-cut diamonds, varying in size dependant on location. The thorax of the winged insect is ornamented with an impressive cultured pearl. The insect's legs and head are crafted in 9k yellow gold, set with two bezel set round faceted cut rubies to represent the eyes. The antique gemstone brooch secures to the reverse with a 9k yellow gold coiling button hold fastening. This antique insect brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9k gold and platinum. The brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This antique gemstone buttonhole/brooch is excellent quality set with an impressive garnet displaying a fine color and brilliance. The cultured pearl displays fine color and lustre. The high color graded diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance. The brooch is an excellent gauge of gold and platinum, and is in excellent condition. Garnet Quality Cut Oval Faceted Content 2.31 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Eight Content 0.30 carat Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.04 carat Dimensions Length of setting 1.84cm/0.72" Width of setting 2.04cm/0.8" Diameter of fastening 9.14mm/0.36" Height of setting 5.4mm/0.21" Diameter of pearl 3.6mm/0.14" Weight 2.96 grams Date: Circa 1920 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 animal related jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: C6669
  • Metal:
    Gold,9k Gold,Platinum
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Garnet,Pearl,Ruby
  • Stone Cut:
    Oval Cut
  • Weight:
    2.96 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.21 in (5.34 mm)Width: 0.8 in (20.32 mm)Depth: 1 in (25.4 mm)Diameter: 0.36 in (9.15 mm)Length: 0.72 in (18.29 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    1920-1929
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C66691stDibs: LU128214990872

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