Antique Diamond Seed Pearl Gold Heart Pendant Brooch

Created in the 1880s, this diamond, pearl, and gem-set butterfly brooch is set in silver-topped 18K gold. The old mine-cut diamond and pearl body, with emerald eyes and ruby-tipped antennae, has curving rose-cut diamond wings edged with rubies and highlighted by round-cut sapphires, in a patinated silver-topped 18K gold mount. Beautifully modeled, with intense sparkle and colors, this small jewel conveys the preciousness and rarity of the graceful favorite of the insect world. Product details: Item #: BO-21096 Circa: 1880 Dimensions: 1.00" length x 1.50" width Materials: 1 old mine and 58 rose-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 0.94 carat); 1 natural freshwater pearl; 4 old round cut sapphires (approximate total weight 0.35 carat); 28 mixed old cut rubies (approximate total weight 0.60 carat); 2 old round-cut emeralds (approximate total weight 0.01 carat); Silver-topped 18K Gold Signed: 18 Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes: Fashionable women of the late 19th century wore insect brooches in multiples. Multiple butterflies might adorn a dress or alternately secure an opulent veil in place. Although seen since the Renaissance in Western jewelry...

Created in the 1890s by Carrington & Co., Regent Street, London, this English crescent moon brooch is composed of rubies, diamonds and a pearl. The brooch is designed as a tapering c...

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Dating from circa 1885-1890, this late Victorian star brooch is set with old mine-cut and rose-cut diamonds. It is designed as star with twelve arms set throughout with cushion and e...

A unique piece featuring natural seed pearls. Made in 14k yellow gold, this piece can be worn as a brooch or a chain can be attached to the bail for a quick transition to pendant. L...

Year: 1890s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.2 grams Diamond Details: Old Mine Brilliant, .25ct total weight, G Color, VS/SI Clarity. ...

We are delighted to offer this sensational antique Victorian 15ct gold Chalcedony Brooch made c.1890. Fitted in its original antique case/box (included in the price), upon opening a...

A stunning, fine and impressive antique seed pearl and 15 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch - boxed; part of our versatile antique jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique pearl pendant...