Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 3.50 Carats
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 3.50 Carats
£8,000.00
Description
An antique crescent moon brooch, the body is set with a row of old-cut diamonds, graduating in size, tapering to rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamonds, set between on the outer edge, weighing an estimated total of 3.50 carats, claw set in silver-upon-gold, with a plain inner curve and cut down set outer curve, with pierced gold gallery work below, with a later pin and roller catch fitting, English, circa 1890. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will "wax" into matrimony.
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|---|---|
| Origin | British |
| Period | 19th Century |
| Style | Victorian |
| Materials | Gold |
| Silver | |
| Main Gemstone | Diamond |
| Main Gemstone Cut | Old Cut |
| Dimensions | Length 30.3mm, width 28mm. 5.26g |
Product REF: S12724B2
