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Late Victorian Yellow Gold and Diamond Caduceus Brooch

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A late Victorian yellow gold and diamond Caduceus brooch, the winged staff white claw-set throughout with old brilliant-cut and rose-cut diamonds, a natural pearl raised to the centre, two diamond-set serpents entwined around the staff, all white claw set to an open back yellow mount with brooch fittings, circa 1890, approximate length 57 x 20mm, gross weight 7.7 grams Should you choose to make this purchase we will delighted to send it to you in a Bentley & Skinner handmade leather case packed in a gift-wrapped Bentley & Skinner black and gold presentation box. Shortly afterwards we will send you on a valuation for insurance purposes for your reference and safekeeping.
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Natural Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Rose Cut
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 19664M1stDibs: LU57611198032
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