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Tyne and Wear, UK
12.39ct Amethyst, Pearl & Ruby, 14ct Yellow Gold Insect Brooch- Vintage c.1960
REF: C4229 / LA458977
£1,495
€1,746
$1,881
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Description
This fine and impressive vintage amethyst brooch has been crafted in 14 ct yellow gold.
The vintage brooch has been crafted in the form of a three-dimensional insect.
The abdomen of the insect is represented by an impressive claw set 12.39ct pear faceted cut amethyst.
The thorax is embellished with an impressive 8.15mm cultured pearl and supported by two four claw set round faceted rubies, replicating the details of the insect's eyes.
The yellow gold body of this amethyst insect brooch is accented with subtle organic decoration to the limbs.
The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, and is hallmarked to the underside with the 14 ct gold fineness mark (14K).
This impressive vintage gemstone brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Amythest Quality:-
Cut Pear Faceted
Content 12.39 carats
Ruby Quality:-
Cut Round Faceted
Content 0.06 carat
Dimensions
Length of setting 3.35cm/1.32"
Width of setting 1.99cm/0.78"
Across pin 2.31cm/0.91"
Height of setting 9.8mm/0.39"
Weight
7.84 grams
measurements
Length of setting 3.35cm/1.32"
Width of setting 1.99cm/0.78"
Across pin 2.31cm/0.91"
Height of setting 9.8mm/0.39"
Weight:-
7.84 grams
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the 12.39ct Amethyst, Pearl & Ruby, 14ct Yellow Gold Insect Brooch- Vintage c.1960 (LA458977) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1960
condition
This vintage 1960's insect brooch is fine quality set with an impressive amethyst and rubies displaying fine colour and brilliance.
The amethyst insect brooch is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with a clear hallmark to the reverse.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of insect jewellery.
additional info
Period:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1960
location
This 12.39ct Amethyst, Pearl & Ruby, 14ct Yellow Gold Insect Brooch- Vintage c.1960 is located in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
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