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Victorian French Sweetheart Garnet Diamond Brooch

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Magnificent example of Victorian sentimental brooch, dated 1888 engraved on the backside – bearing French import duty marks Glorious artwork skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 KT rose gold and silver Two large hearts as symbol of eternal love meet in the middle, set in a border of twinkling rose cut Diamonds and surround of fine openwork scrolls with a little bow symbolizing enduring bounding at the bottom side with little suspended pearl as finial - backside is exquisitely engraved with Victoire and Marie full names and date bearing the brooch back history The two heart shaped Red Garnets are 39.00 carats for both (19.3 x 16.8 mm. average) beautiful red color much nicer than shown, sorry for camera reflections Approx approx 250 Rose cut diamonds totaling approx 2.00 Carats Measures: 47 x 43 mm (h. x w.) Weight: 25.9 grams Perfect conditions Stunning example, prize at any collection Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt gold and silver Hallmarks: French import duty marks – engraved: Victoire Neele – Marie Neele 18 Dec-bre 1888 Gems: 2 hearth shaped cabochon cut natural garnets totaling approx 39.00 Cts (19.3 x 16.8 mm. average) – approx 250 Rose cut diamonds totaling approx 2.00 Cts – 1 natural pearl of 4x 3 mm. Measures: 47 x 43 mm (h. x w.) Weight: 25.9 grams Condition: very good commensurate to age and use
  • Metal:
    18k Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Garnet
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Weight:
    25.9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.7 in (43 mm)Width: 1.86 in (47 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1888
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Napoli, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3709221712902

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