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Antique Chrysolite Chrysoberyl Amethyst Brooch Earrings Silver Set Portuguese
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Antique 19th century chrysolite chrysoberyl amethyst quartz foliate pendant/brooch and drop earrings demi-parure mounted in closed-back silver, Portuguese, late 1800s, in a fitted case. A popular design with collectors of Georgian and Victorian jewelry, here offered as a set of earrings and pendant/brooch. The earrings are composed by a circular surmount suspending an articulated pear-shape drop, both parts pave-set throughout with “chrysolite” chrysoberyl gemstones and a purple amethyst quartz gemstone to the center, fitted to reverse with a lever-back fitting. The brooch is composed by a similarly-designed surmount and drop, with the addition of a two foliate branches issuing from the center; this piece is fitted with a hinged pin and C-shape clasp fitting.
Tested as silver, not marked. Dimensions: 7.7 x 7.6 cm (brooch); 5.1 x 2.2 cm (each earring). Gross weight: 45.59g (brooch); 27.2g (earrings).
Both Portugal and Spain had colonies in South America. Brazil was a treasure trove of precious stones, yielding huge quantities of diamonds, topaz, aquamarine and chrysoberyl gems, which were made into jewelry back in Portugal. These gemstones were pieced together and pave-set to create suites of swagged and beribboned necklaces and earrings in floral and bow motifs. The colorful floral and bow jewelry of Portugal made great use of chrysoberyl gemstones; since it was not always easy to find enough gems of perfectly-matched colors to go together in a jewel; it was common for these antique Iberian treasures to be set with a foil behind it, which would enhance the gems’ appearance and help color-match the stones to create the prettiest effect.
This item is in good condition, with marks and scratches consistent with general age and wear. Antique, period and vintage pieces, both signed and unsigned, are being offered as worn. Unless otherwise stated, all weights and quality factors have been graded as mounting permitted and using classic gemology and standard gemological equipment and might slightly differ from the assessments provided by other gemologists. Assessments related to period of manufacture or geographic origin of gemstones are expert opinions and may differ from the assessments provided by other professionals. Colors in the pictures/videos might slightly differ from the colors in real life. When certificated stones are being offered, the certificate or report will be mentioned. For additional information or clarification, please get in touch and our in-house team of expert GIA Graduate Gemologists and Registered Appraisers/Valuers will be happy to help.
Upon request, every item sold by Espadim 1985 will be accompanied by a complimentary valuation, which you can use for insurance, authenticity and reference and safekeeping purposes; this will contain a detailed description, technical information and photographic records of the item.
GENERAL NOTES: We are members of the following associations: Watch Trader Association (WTA), Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Alumni, Associação dos Peritos Avaliadores Oficiais de Ourivesaria e Joalharia (APAOINCM), Associação Portuguesa dos Antiquários (APA) and International Federation of Art and Antique Dealer Associations (CINOA).
- Metal:Silver
- Stone:Amethyst,Chrysoberyl
- Stone Cut:Antique Cushion Cut
- Weight:72.79 g
- Dimensions:Width: 3.04 in (77 mm)Length: 3 in (76 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Georgian
- Place of Origin:Portugal
- Period:Late 19th Century
- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lisbon, PT
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