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Retro 14.00 Ct Opal 4.10 Ct Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch 18 KT/Silver

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This exceptionally hand crafted, richly detailed, vintage brooch is 1940 circa, Italian origin Modeled in the most fascinating fly design in a magic combination of earth mined gemstones Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold with some silver portions for the Diamond set Body is set with a large and deep cut natural Opal of 14.00 Ct (20.9 x 15.3) bordered with 1.30 Ct of natural Red Rubies beautiful quality for more color hues contrast and details Wings and eyes are set with very fine variety and good sized rose cut Diamonds white and sparkly – eyes .60 Ct for both – wings 3.50 Ct. measured by the spread- Diamond TCW is 4.10 Ct Brooch is 48 x 69 mm (h. x w.) with 27.9 grams gross weight Spectacular vintage example men creativity meets mother nature gifts The use of insects as live jewelry has existed for many centuries, with the Egyptians believed to have been the first to have worn insects as jewelry Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 oval cabochon cut natural opal of approx 14.00 Ct (20.9 x 15.3) – 2 Dutch rose cut diamonds totaling approx .60 Ct (by spread) – 44 rose cut diamonds totaling approx 3.50 Ct (by spread) – 30 round faceted cut natural rubies totaling approx 1.20 Ct Measures: 48 x 69 mm (h. x w.) Weight: 27.9 grams Condition: very good commensurate to age and use
  • Metal:
    18k Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Opal,Ruby
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Weight:
    27.9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.93 in (49 mm)Width: 2.72 in (69 mm)
  • Style:
    Retro
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    1940-1949
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Napoli, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3709223317262

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