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Antique Pink Sapphire Diamond Turquoise & 14k Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch

$4,500
£3,448.71
€3,963.68
CA$6,320.47
A$7,073.77
CHF 3,702.87
MX$85,933.52
NOK 47,017.01
SEK 44,368.58
DKK 29,576.03

About the Item

Up for your consideration is this stunning antique 19th century 14k yellow gold insect bar brooch, pin. This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a single barrette of gold, on which rests, a delightful insect whose body is comprised of a vibrant natural pink sapphire in closed setting and a natural cabochon pear shaped turquoise. The wings are entirely set silver topped gold to enhance the sparkle of the hand cut old mine cut diamonds. The eyes are set with two cabochon rubies and the clasp is a pin with safety hook. Very good condition with no missing gems. Bar from end to end - 38.5mm length Insect only - 22.2mm by 23m Pink Sapphire - approx. .75ct , 6mm x 5.14 Diamonds - total weight approx .60cttw, Each diamond is cut and faceted by hand making them each a little different from each other. Turquoise - 10 x 5.8mm Total weight - 6 grams Unmarked- tested and verified as 14k gold
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Rose Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Pink Sapphire,Turquoise
  • Stone Cut:
    Old Mine Cut
  • Weight:
    6 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.91 in (23 mm)Width: 1.52 in (38.5 mm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa early 1900's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bernardsville, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3819220519502

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