Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 4.00 Carats
Antique Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890, 4.00 Carats
£6,950.00
Description
An antique crescent moon brooch, set with a single row of old-cut diamonds, graduating in size, tapering to rose-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 4.00 carats, claw set in silver-upon-gold, with a plain inner curve and cut down set outer curve, 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.
Approximate weight: 4.99 grams
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Origin | British |
| Period | Pre 1900 |
| Style | Victorian |
| Condition | Good |
| Materials | Gold |
| Silver | |
| Main Gemstone | Diamond |
| Main Gemstone Cut | Old Cut |
| Rose cut | |
| Main Gemstone Carat | 4.00ct |
| Dimensions | Length 31.3mm, width 26.6mm |
Product REF: S18924B
