French Antique 5.75 Carat Old European Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Star Brooch

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French Antique 5.75 Carat Old European Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Star Brooch

About the Item

In each arm of this five-pointed star, five radiant diamonds increase from the tip up to the climax of a central old European cut diamond of 0.55ct. Between each of the five rays of diamond starlight, a leaflet wavers to a diamond peaking from amidst the star's prongs. Notice how very remarkable it is that this jewel is almost completely embellished with full cut diamonds in contrast with other celestial jewellery pieces, which are mostly encrusted with rose cut diamonds with only the larger diamonds as full cuts. So this 5.75ct. of diamonds will shine their light even more ardently upon your path to this illustrious brooch from 1850. Antique jewelry object group: brooch Condition: excellent condition Do you wish for a 360° view of this unique jewel? Just send us your request and we’ll give you the direct link to the videoclip showing this treasure’s full splendour as no picture can. Country of origin: France Style: Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refers to the style of decorative arts during the Victorian era. The Victorian era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historic styles and the introduction of cross-cultural influences from the middle east and Asia in furniture, fittings, and Interior decoration. Victorian design is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The Arts and Crafts movement, the aesthetic movement, Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau style have their beginnings in the late Victorian era. Style specifics: We consider this to be of the Romantic Victorian Period. Period: ca. 1850 Source of inspiration: Mother Nature Theme: Star Material: Silver on top and backed with 18K red gold (see explanation on silver on gold). The silver on gold technique: - This technique was very often used with jewelry containing diamonds because jewelers of that time believed that only a silver mounting could render the true beauty of a precious stone. They were also aware of the fact that silver jewelry often left black stains on clothing or skin, so they resolved the matter by coating the backs of the jewels in gold. Extra information: Halley's comet - It could be possible that the brooch was made to celebrate the passage of Halley’s comet. The passage of Halley inspired jewellers to make jewels in the shape of celestial bodies. This comet appears every 76 years. In 1705 Edmond Halley predicted, using Newton’s newly formulated laws of motion, that the comet seen in 1531, 1607, and 1682 would return in 1758 (which was, alas, after his death). The comet did indeed return as predicted and was later named in his honor. Diamond(s): - One old European cut diamond with an estimated weight of ± 0.55ct. (colour and clarity: G/H, vs/si). - 70 old brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 5.25ct. (colour and clarity: F/H, vs/si). - Five rose cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds which is normal in our trade when it comes to rose cuts. - Total diamond count: 76 pcs. - Total diamond weight: approx. 5.75 crt. (without rose cut diamond) with an average colour and clarity: F/H, vs/si. - All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since the stones were not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting. Birthstones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April. Hallmarks: The French control marks representing an eagle's head next to a wild boars head that was in use in France from about 1838. This hallmark was used for jewels that were made both in gold and in silver. Dimensions: diameter Ø 3,86 cm (1,52 inch) Weight: 20,20 gram (12,99 dwt) Reference Nº: 17184-0315 - Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry - The jewelry on our pictures is NOT Photoshopped - Comes with certificate

Metal:
18k Gold,Rose Gold,Silver,Gold
Stone:
Diamond,White Diamond
Weight:
5.75 ct
Style:
Victorian
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1850
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Antwerp, BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 17184-03151stDibs: LU108114707621