Mid Century 1960 Maltese Pendant Brooch 18Kt Gold 21.73 Ctw Diamonds and Lapis

Convertible Maltese Cross pendant brooch. A flamboyant and colorful iconic piece, created with modernist patterns, back in the 1970. This convertible oversized Maltese pendant-brooch has been carefully assembled with elements crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with brushed, satined, textured and polished finish, creating a great surfaces contrast. It is suited at the reverse, with a hinged double pins with a trombone security lock to wear as a brooch and a removable retractable piece to wear as a pendant. Although this design had already been used for more than 2000 years since ancient times, fashion and jewelry houses such as Verdura, Channel and Bvlgari integrated this very popular model into their designs. Being since then an icon of high fashion. One of the most iconic pieces of jewelry depicting a Maltese cross, was designed by Fulco Di Verdura (1899-1978) in 1920, when he created the iconic Maltese cross cuff bracelet for his friend Coco Chanel. It is embellished, with 17 colorful gemstones having a total combined weight of 106.86 carats, they are individually described as follow; In the center, in a bezel setting with one Sugarloaf cabochon cut (20 x 20 x 8 mm) of Afghani green Chrysoprase of 22.90 carat. Screwed setting, with 4 Japanese cultured white mabe pearls of 16 mm. Four-prong set, with 4 round cabochon cut (5 mm) of natural Italian red coral, with a total of 3 carats. Bezel set, with 4 round cabochon cut (10 x 10 x 8 mm) of Afghani green chrysoprase, with a total weight of 22.88 carats. Bezel set, with 4 oval cabochon cut (12 x 20 x 8 mm) of Hungarian greenish malachite, with a total weight of 58.08 carats. It is pretty heavy and large, with a total weight of 104.2 Grams and a measurements of 95 mm by 89 mm (3.75 by 3.5 Inches). Stamped, with the maker's mark, the hallmark for the assay of the 18kt gold and signed, "INDUSTRIA ARGENTINA 18KT". Note: The Maltese cross, is a cross symbol, consisting of four "V" or arrowhead shaped concave quadrilaterals converging at a central vertex at right angles, two tips pointing outward symmetrically. It is a heraldic cross variant which developed from earlier forms of eight-pointed crosses in the 16th century. Although chiefly associated with the Knights Hospitaller (Order of St. John, now the Sovereign Military Order of Malta...

Italian enamel Orchid brooch with natural gemstones Very handsome and colorful dress clip, created in Milano Italy during the mid-century period, back in the 1960. This attractive p...

An enameled brooch designed by Peter Lindeman (1930-2024). This is a gorgeous modernist brooch, created in New York City by the artist and goldsmith Peter Lindeman, back in the 1970. The beautiful brooch was carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish and embellished with applications of green and blue glass enamels.The brooch is mounted with seventeen gorgeous white colorless diamonds and is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar with a mechanical twist lock. This brooch may be adjusted to wear as a pendant. Country: New York City, United States. Artist: Peter Lindeman. Period: Modernist, 1970. Weight: 28.65 Grams, (18.36 Dwt,). Diamonds: Mounted in four-prongs settings, with 17 well matched round brilliant cut diamonds, with a total weight of about 1.17 carats, white colorless F, VS clarity. Measures: 41 mm by 41 mm, (1.62 x 1.62). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark associated to Peter Lindeman, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 gold and signed as follows, "©PL 18KT". Peter Lindeman He was born in Berlin. Lindeman grew up in Montevideo, Uruguay, apprenticing with a fine European firm. In 1947, at the age of 17, he headed to New York, where he worked for several high-end jewelers. After selling his designs to some of the most renowned businesses in the fine jewelry industry, Peter Lindeman set out to make a name for himself. Between crafting some truly innovative designs and developing new methods for reaching customers, both skill and hard work led to acclaim for his jewelry. His workshop supplied pieces to retailers such as Tiffany & Co., Shreve, Crump & Lowe, and Bailey Banks & Biddle. In 1955, he started designing his own jewelry and created his signature hallmark – a teardrop with an “L” placed on the back of every piece. He was very active in New York city from the 1947 to the early 1970's. He was one of the very fine first called brand named jewelry...

Squared modernist brooch designed by Tiffany & Co. This is a great statement brooch with great eye appeal, created with modernist geometric patterns by the jewelry house of Tiffany ...

A lapis lazuli, diamonds and 18k gold brooch / pendant by Kutchinsky, London. circa 1971. With English hallmark and maker mark. 2,5" High, 2.25" wide.

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Lapis Lazuli beads and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 2 inch diam...

14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Flower-Shaped Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Brooch. The brooch features seven round diamonds and twenty-six round blue sapphires. The individual...

The David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1960's Lapis, White Enamel and Diamond Maltese Cross Style Brooch is a remarkable piece of jewelry that captures the essence of David Webb's iconic style. Crafted in a combination of platinum and 18K yellow gold, this brooch showcases a cross-style design, reminiscent of the Maltese cross. The center of the cross features a vibrant blue lapis lazuli gemstone, exuding a rich and captivating hue. The cross is enhanced by intricate enamel work, adding depth and a pop of color to the design. Measuring 2.7 inches wide, this brooch makes a bold and impactful statement. The double pin closure ensures secure and versatile wearing options, allowing the brooch to be worn on various garments. The craftsmanship and attention to detail exemplify the quality that David Webb is known for. This brooch is a true testament to the timeless beauty and artistry of vintage David Webb jewelry...