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Antique 2.38 Carat Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch, 1880s

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A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.38 carat opal and 0.75 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant/brooch ; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning versatile antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting. This pendant/brooch displays a feature floral composition of six impressive heart shaped cabochon opals with an elevated central round faceted cut diamond. The arched frame is embellished with six claw set diamonds in relief to the medial arrangement, alternating with three-claw set diamonds to each incurve. The outer circumference of this stunning setting is embellished with further six claw-set heart shaped cabochon opals accented with six further Old European cut diamonds, emanating from the aforementioned relief set stones and completing the design. This antique Victorian opal pendant is suspended from a contemporary 18k yellow gold 45.72cm/18" trace chain via a detachable tapering bale ornamented with a further cabochon opal; a chain length of your choice can be supplied upon request. The pendant is fitted with a removable 12k yellow gold bale attachment to the upper border, set with a single, central heart shaped cabochon cut opal, in addition to four Old European cut diamonds. This versatile pendant may also be worn as a brooch via a hinged pin and clasp to the reverse; this may be removed if so required, allowing the piece to only be worn as a pendant. This pendant/brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 karat gold and silver. This impressive example of Victorian jewelry is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition The antique pendant is exceptional quality, set with impressive opals displaying a scintillating play of color. The well color matched diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance. This Victorian opal pendant is an exceptional gauge of gold and silver, and is in excellent condition. Opal Quality Color White Cut Heart Shaped Cabochon Content 2.38 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) K Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Old European Content 0.72 carat Dimensions Length of drop 4.3cm/1.69" Length of brooch 3.1cm/1.22" Width of pendant 2.7cm/1.06" Height of setting 1.67cm/0.66" Chain length 45.72cm/18" Weight 13.08 grams (excluding chain) Date: Circa 1880 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of opal jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: C5381
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Opal
  • Stone Cut:
    Heart Cut
  • Weight:
    13.08 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.66 in (16.77 mm)Width: 1.06 in (26.93 mm)Length: 1.69 in (42.93 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C53811stDibs: LU128212278402
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