Antique 3.10ct Moonstone, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond & Pearl, 12ct Yellow Gold Insect Brooch

This is a stunning, fine and impressive 3.10 carat moonstone, 0.39 carat ruby, 0.06 carat emerald, 0.70 carat diamond and pearl, 12 carat yellow gold and silver set insect brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections This stunning and impressive antique brooch has been crafted in 12 ct yellow gold with silver settings. This antique brooch has been modelled in the form of a winged insect. The abdomen of the insect is ornamented with a large claw set 3.10ct cabochon cut moonstone. The wings are each embellished with nine pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, varying in size dependant on location, and incorporating four round faceted rubies to the terminals. The thorax of the winged insect is ornamented with an impressive natural pearl, encircled by eight further diamonds. The upper portions of the insect's legs are ornamented with a total of thirteen pavé set diamonds, accented with yellow gold terminals replicating the anatomical limbs. The head of the insect is embellished with four pavé set diamonds, with two yellow gold collet set round faceted cut emeralds, representing the eyes. The antique gemstone brooch secures to the reverse with a conventional hinged pin and clasp fastening. This antique insect brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as 12ct gold and silver. The brooch is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card. Moonstone Quality Cut Cabochon Content 3.10 carats Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.39 carat Emerald Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.06 carat Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Dutch Content 0.70 carat Number of Diamonds 46 Dimensions Length of setting 3.3cm/1.3" Width of setting 2.1cm/0.83" Across pin 2.7cm/1.06" Height of setting 9.82mm/0.39" Weight 6.84 grams