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Victorian Sapphire Seed Pearl Butterfly Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant

$2,100
£1,558.28
€1,815.18
CA$2,923.22
A$3,255.26
CHF 1,694.18
MX$40,137.01
NOK 21,576.74
SEK 20,280.04
DKK 13,543.53
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Victorian blue sapphire seed pearl and yellow gold butterfly brooch pendant with watch hook circa 1890. SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: one oblong cushion-shaped faceted blue sapphire. OTHER GEMSTONES: seed pearls of various sizes pavé-set over wings, abdomen, and individually set on the eyes and antennae. METAL: 14-karat yellow gold. WEIGHT: 6.9 grams. NOTEWORTHY: the brooch features a swiveling bail to facilitate wearing it as a pendant, it is also fitted with a hook on the backside suitable for hanging a watch, charm, or other decoration. Both the swiveling bail and watch hook are visible in the photographs. MEASUREMENTS: approximately 1-1/16" (2.70 cm) vertical width and 1-5/16" (3.40 cm) horizontal width. CONDITION: high magnification photographs show considerable design details, and that the item is in very good condition, all consistent with age and wear. * QUESTIONS? Contact us right away if you have additional questions. We are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable antique and estate jewelry.
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Pearl,Sapphire
  • Stone Cut:
    Antique Cushion Cut
  • Weight:
    6.9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.07 in (27.18 mm)Length: 1.32 in (33.53 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1890-1899
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P49921stDibs: LU17314277642

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