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Antique Shell 0.72 Carat Ruby and 0.78 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
About the Item
A stunning, fine and impressive antique shell, 0.72 carat ruby and 0.78 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cameo brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections
This stunning, fine and impressive antique brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
The oval shaped frame is ornamented to the centre with a stunning shell cameo depicting a female figure in profile, facing the left.
The shell panel is framed with a scrolling border, incorporating forty-eight fine and impressive pavé set round faceted cut rubies, totalling 0.72ct.
The cardinal points of the brooch are embellished with three individually collet set Old European cut diamonds, completing the design.
This Victorian cameo brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening.
This antique ruby and diamond cameo brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.
This stunning example of Victorian jewellery is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Such brooches with this combination of gemstones are unusual to locate; this variation, in addition to the high graded diamonds, indicates the high quality of the piece.
Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.
Condition
This antique brooch is excellent quality, set with a stunning shell cameo.
The impressive rubies display fine colour and brilliance.
The fine and impressive high colour graded diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.
The brooch is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine ruby and diamond cameo brooch.
Ruby Quality
Cut Round Faceted
Content 0.72 carat
Diamond Quality
Colour (average grades) H
Clarity (average grades) SI2
Cut Old European
Content 0.78 carat
Number of Diamonds
16
Dimensions
Length of setting3.6cm/1.42'
Width of setting 3.2cm/1.26'
Across pin 2.1cm/0.83'
Height of setting1.01cm/0.4'
Weight
8.29 grams
Date: Circa 1890
SKU: C7934
- Metal:Yellow Gold
- Stone:Diamond,Ruby
- Stone Cut:Round Cut
- Weight:8.29 g
- Dimensions:Height: 0.4 in (10.16 mm)Width: 1.26 in (32.01 mm)Length: 1.42 in (36.07 mm)
- Style:Victorian
- Lab Report Available:IDGL 828-86789
- Place of Origin:Unknown
- Period:1890-1899
- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Please see main description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:
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