Description: Description A charming antique Belle Époque / Victorian era French 18k rose gold brooch featuring two birds crafted in sterling silver set with rough cut diamonds with little ruby cabochon eyes. Resting on an 18K rose gold perch decorated with pearls. The birds are designed to wiggle a bit on their perch, they move slightly. Has a 'C' shaped clasp at the back. Hallmarked with the French 18K gold standard mark in a form of an eagle's head in use in France from 1838. The pin bearing a goldsmith's mark, appears to be initials H.C. or H.G. with a symbol of Jesus Christ on the cross. The birds feature 8 rough cut diamonds of approximately 1.5pts each on their backs. Each with a .96mm ruby cabochon eye. There are 3 cultured pearls of 2.54mm and 2 cultured pearls at 3.19mm. Total weight is 6.4 grams. Measures 1 1/8" length x 1" width. In overall good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. About Us Welcome to the Antique Boutique. Our aim is to provide you with a wide selection of quality antiques and collectibles. We describe everything to the best of our ability and the pictures form part of the description. We try to gather as much information about the item before listing, in an effort to offer you with an accurate and honest description. Large, clear and detailed pictures of the item help in this endeavor. Opinion on the condition of an item can vary, depending on the person viewing it. Wear is to be expected due to age and use. Note that the item in the pictures may be larger or smaller in actuality, the pictures do not represent size. Please check the description for dimensions. Contact us with any questions and postage inquiries prior to purchase.
Price: 645 USD
Location: Canutillo, Texas
End Time: 2024-12-01T15:15:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: Yes
Number of Diamonds: 8
Shape: Round
Main Stone Color: White
Metal: Rose Gold
Item Length: 1 1/8"
Secondary Stone: Diamond, Ruby
Jewelry Department: Fine
Main Stone: Pearl
Vintage: Yes
Department: Unisex Adults
Main Stone Shape: Round
Base Metal: Silver
Number of Gemstones: 17
Handmade: Yes
Signed: Yes
Color: Silver
Material: Gemstone
Brand: Unbranded
Setting Style: Pavé
Type: Brooch
Metal Purity: 18k
Era: Victorian (1837-1901)
Theme: Birds
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Country of Origin: France