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Vintage 1990s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Brooch

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A fine and impressive 0.43 carat ruby and 0.04 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold 'insect' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage insect brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch has been crafted in the form of a three dimensional insect. The thorax of the insect is ornamented with a four claw/prong set oval cut ruby. The forewings, closed over the abdomen, are each embellished with three graduated pavé set round cut rubies, displayed alternately between two pavé set eight-cut diamonds. The body of the insect is accented with a subtle millegrain decoration. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, and is hallmarked to the underside of a foot with the 18k gold fineness mark 750. This impressive vintage gemstone brooch is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. 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. Condition This vintage 1990s insect brooch is fine quality set with rubies and very well color matched old cut diamonds. The brooch is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with clear hallmarks to the reverse. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Oval / Round Content 0.43 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Eight-cut Content (total) 0.04 carat Dimensions Length of setting 2.4cm/0.94" Width of setting 1.62cm/0.63" Height of setting 6.10mm/0.24" Weight 3.90 grams Date: Circa 1990 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: A7540
  • Metal:
    18k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Ruby
  • Stone Cut:
    Round Cut
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.64 in (16.21 mm)Length: 0.95 in (24 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    1990-1999
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1990
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A75401stDibs: LU12828158521
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