3.83ct Ruby & 0.48ct Diamond, 12ct Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch - Antique c.1890

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.83 carat ruby and 0.48 carat diamond 12 carat yellow gold crescent brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections This stunning antique diamond and ruby brooch has been crafted in 12 ct yellow gold. The pierced decorated crescent shaped silver setting is ornamented with eleven claw set round faceted cut natural rubies, graduating in size, totalling 3.83ct. These impressive rubies are displayed alternately between twenty-two claw set graduating Old European cut diamonds. This diamond crescent brooch with rubies secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, crafted in yellow gold and hallmarked with the gold fineness mark (14k). This impressive ruby and diamond crescent brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 carat gold; although the brooch is struck with the original 14K hallmark, as often the case modern technology will identify at a slightly lower grade due to differing parameters through the eras. This impressive ruby brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 3.83 carats Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old European Content 0.48 carat Dimensions Diameter 3.6cm/1.42" Length of setting 3.7cm/1.46" Height of setting 4.4mm/0.17" Weight 6.38 grams Date: Circa 1890