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Diamond Pendant / Brooch, Circa 1940s
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Ornate, exuberant goldsmithing showcases about 1.20 carats of 42 glittering antique rose-cut diamonds and approximately .85 carats of Old European cut stones in this magnificent, baroque-revival pendant /brooch from around 1940. The total diamond weight is estimated to be just over 2 carats.
The buttery and sturdy 14K yellow gold has been intricately worked by a master goldsmith to create an ornate central pierced foliate design surrounded by an outwardly-curved tri-scalloped brim that has been etched and beaded by hand and set with the 42 stones.
Entirely crafted by hand, the reverse side of the brooch / pendant reveals just how finely crafted this piece truly is. The components -an oval bail that folds out of the way when the piece is in use as a brooch and the original stick pin- are beautifully, and carefully executed and this exceptional quality is the reason why this piece is perfectly wearable today.
I love how the .50 carat diamond and the .15 sparkler above it both swing freely from the body of the piece. The jewel measures 28 x 28mm. The diamonds are white and eye-clean.
There is no maker's mark that I could find. It is marked for 14K. Unisex, unique and brilliant.
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- Weight:9.91 g
- Dimensions:Diameter: 1.11 in (28 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1940s
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- Seller Location:Southbury, CT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1589115924112
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