Antique 2.90ct Opal 0.25ct Ruby and 15k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch Circa 1900

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.90 carat opal, 0.25 carat ruby and 15 karat yellow gold floral pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique 1900s antique pendant has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, six-petalled floral design displays a central feature claw set ruby, encircled with six millegrain decorated collet set pear shaped cabochon opals. Each opal petal bears a collet set ruby to the incurve, completing the central floriated design. The stellate-shaped, interlacing outer circumference of the pendant frame is further embellished with twelve circular-shaped cabochon opals, each pavé set to emanating terminals. This Victorian ruby and opal pendant suspends from a contemporary 9k yellow gold 18' chain via a detachable tapering bale to the upper border of the design; this bale bears a further impressive pavé set cabochon opal. The chain secures with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening. This versatile pendant may also be worn as a brooch via a hinged pin and clasp to the reverse. The pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 15k gold. This impressive antique opal pendant / brooch is supplied with an IDGL gemstone grading report card. This pendant is an elegant gift for birthdays - particularly October and July - anniversaries, or romantic milestones, combining personal significance with refined beauty. 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. Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 2.90 carats Ruby Quality Cut Mixed Content 0.25 carat Dimensions Length of drop 4.1cm/1.61' Width of pendant 3cm/1.18' Height of setting 4.91mm/0.19' Chain length 45.72cm/18' Weight 6.66 grams