Victorian 9mm Pearl Emerald Ruby Old Cut Diamond En Tremblant Insect 18k Gold Silver French Brooch

Title: Victorian 9mm Pearl Natural Emerald Ruby Old Cut Diamond En Tremblant Insect Fly 18k Gold & Silver Antique Brooch w/ French Hallmarks

Description: A large & lustrous 9mm pearl sits between a pair of diamond studded flying insects that jiggle with every movement YOU make! The mounting is handcrafted in 18k gold, each bug is set with a natural ruby (1) & emerald (1) w/ the old mine cut diamonds set in silver tops. The pearls add another visual element to this French made masterpiece!

Weight or Size of Gemstones: One 9 X 7.5mm ovoid pearl, & two 5mm round pearls. Two 4.8-5mm round cut colored stones (1-ruby, 1-emerald), + thirty two 1.5-2.6mm old mine cut diamonds totaling approx. 2.05-2.10ctw (faceted).

Approx. Dimensions or Size of Item: Measures 2-11/16 inch X 15/16 inch

Metal: Tests as 18k yellow gold w/ silver (tops)

Hallmarks: French marks (see pics)

Weight of Item: 16.1 grams

Circa: 1890s

Provenance: Estate

Listed by: CHRIS / NFTDD 46646
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Condition Report: Seen with 10x magnification several stones have a minute surface reaching inclusion & a few stones have some of their natural surface characteristics remaining. The smaller pearls at each end may be replacement. No missing stones or repairs noted. Gold shows minor wear & the silver has some toning. Pin bar, hinge & catch work properly. I say ready to wear