Antique Diamond, Enamel, Gold, Silver Brazilian Imperial Order of...

Antique Diamond, Enamel, Gold, Silver Brazilian Imperial Order of the Rose Brooch Stones: European and mine-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.95 carats; rose-cut diamonds Metal: 18k gold Gross Weight: 36.00 grams Diameter: 2-1/4 inches

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Condition Report: Diamonds:Avg Color: J-K-LAvg Clarity: SIShape(s): Mine, European, RoseCount: 76 - 100Metals:GoldOverall Condition: GoodCondition Notes: A fantastic piece of history! The Brazilian Imperial Order of the Rose was founded by Emperor Don Pedro I on October 17, 1829 following his marriage to Amalie von Leuchtenberg, daughter of the former Vice King of Italy. It was said that Don Pedro I said she was 'as beautiful as a rose,' hence the name of the chivalric order. We like a good romance story. Metal tests 18k, star is blackened gold. Completed by pinstem and C-catch on reverse. Mine and European-cut diamonds range in size from 2 x 2 x 1.35 mm to 4.03 x 3.66 x 2.93 mm. Rose-cut diamonds measure 1.5 - 1.8 x 1.5 mm, numbering 24. Marked Amor E Fidelidade (Love and Faithfulness, in Portuguese)