Victorian Ruby and Diamond Antique Brooch, PN-1966
When a delicate finishing touch is what your outfit needs, this Victorian ruby and diamond antique brooch will never disappoint. The 14k yellow gold setting of this Victorian jewelry piece is texturally enhanced with ribbing and a twisted rope design. The center third of this antique brooch is accented with a collection of rubies and diamonds for contrasting gemstone appeal. Three emerald cut rubies alternate with four old European cut diamonds. The diamonds total 0.16 carats while the rubies lend 0.23 carats of gemstone weight. Circa 1900
Item # | pn1966 |
Metal | 14 karat yellow gold |
Circa | 1900 |
Weight in grams | 4.35 |
Period or Style | very late Victorian |
Condition | Excellent |
Diamond cut or shape | old European Cut |
Diamond carat weight | 0.16 |
Diamond mm measurements | 2.1 to 2.3 |
Diamond color | K to M |
Diamond clarity | VS1 to SI1 |
Diamond # of stones | 4 |
All Diamonds, total ct. wt. | 0.16 |
Gemstone name | Natural Corundum (ruby) |
Gemstone cut or shape | emerald cut |
Gemstone carat weight | 0.23 |
Gemstone mm measurements | 2.2 x 2.0 x 1.50 to 1.65 |
Gemstone type | Type II |
Gemstone clarity | VVS and VS |
Gemstone hue | Red |
Gemstone tone | 4 to 5 |
Gemstone saturation | 4-Moderately Strong |
Gemstone # of stones | 3 |
Gemstone other info | Gemological evidence suggest these to be of Burnese origin |
Gemstone comments | no evidence observed of color enhancement |
All Gemstones, total ct. wt. | 0.23 |
Length | 60 mm [2.34 in] |
Width of widest point | 3.0 mm [0.12 in] |
Other pin info | unusual locking clasp |
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