Estate Originals 18K Yellow and White Gold Ruby, Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Brooch/Pendant

The iconic curves and whiplash flourishes of the late Victorian (1885 - 1901)/Art Nouveau (1895 - 1915) era are artfully arranged to create this exquisite hand-engraved openwork brooch/pendant. Gleaming in satiny 18K yellow gold, it is centreed by a white gold tiffany prong-set rose cut diamond. A vertically placed bow extends from the middle downward, vine and leaf tendrils extend outward, and a fleur dis lis embellishment dons the top, all dotted with twinkling rose-cut diamonds and white gold embellishments. Two round rubies add a pop of colour and a seed pearl dangles from the bottom.

The Victorian Period generally covers 1837 through 1901 and is named for Queen Victoria, the reigning monarch who was reputedly an incurable romantic. Victorian jewels virtually drip with sentimentality and symbolism, and of all the decorative periods Victorian incorporates the most varied and eclectic design motifs: flowers, birds, snakes, hearts and crescents, to name just a handful. They are composed almost exclusively of yellow gold and are often topped with silver or white gold to accentuate the diamonds.

• 18K yellow and white gold 
• (13) rose-cut diamonds (0.11 ctw) 
• (2) round rubies (0.08 ctw) 
• (1) 2.8 mm round seed pearl 
• Gram weight is 5.6 
• Independently appraised value for insurance purposes: $4,790.00 (note: may not reflect selling price) 
• Measures approximately 4 cm from top to bottom, and 3.7 cm across  

All items in the Estate Originals Collection are estate pieces created in years gone by. Although this item is in excellent condition, it could have some signs of its age and past enjoyment. The images shown are of the exact item you will receive.