Antique 1.25ct Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Mandolin Brooch Circa 1890

An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian 1.25 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set mandolin brooch; part of our diverse antique Victorian jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional and rare antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver setting. This antique diamond brooch is modelled in the form of a mandolin. The body of the mandolin is embellished with thirty-six pavé set Dutch cut diamonds. The stringed musical instrument is further ornamented with a yellow gold headstock, neck/fret band and strings. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening with the additional security of a fine link safety chain. This antique 1890s brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card. The brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9k gold and silver. This exceptional brooch is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. This Victorian diamond mandolin brooch is a whimsical and refined gift, perfect for music lovers, musicians, antique jewelry collectors or as a romantic gesture imbued with artistic elegance. 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. Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G/H Clarity (average grades) P1/P2 Cut Dutch Content 1.25 carats Number of Diamonds 36 Dimensions Length of setting 4.7cm/1.85' Width of setting 1.42cm/0.56' Across pin 3.2cm/1.26' Height of setting 7.32mm/0.29' Weight 7.33 grams