Antique Early Victorian Pair Brooches 18k Gold Turquoise Diamonds Silver (7105)

Description

View Antique Early Victorian Pair Brooches 18k Gold Turquoise Diamonds Silver (7105) with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Each consists of a trio of elongated pear-shaped natural turquoise cabochons. Color is amazingly bright and homogonous after all these years. They are connected by very fine rings of foliage set with diamonds. Antique very early Victorian Louis Philippe pair of brooches / pins. 18k gold over silver, turquoise and diamonds.   Made circa 1840. Bought in Paris, but in the absence of French hallmarks, we cannot be certain of the origin.  Unisex - suitable for a man or a woman. Measurements: Weight is 7.8 grams. Approximately 1 3/8 inches across (3.5cm).  Description : Exquisitely made pair of brooches. Each consists of a trio of elongated pear-shaped natural turquoise cabochons.  Color is amazingly bright and homogonous after all these years. They are connected by very fine rings of foliage set with diamonds. Further diamonds form a flower in the circle created by the foliage. Additional, matching fine diamond work at the terminal and pointed edge of each turquoise.  While the upper pair of turquoise arms are rigidly set, like a bar brooch, the 3rd, lower turquoise is linked via a pair of loops to the others. This allows them to move freely.  As was the custom at that time, diamonds are set in silver, supposedly to show them off to greater effect in gaslight. Backs of silver and mounts/settings are 18k gold.  This is a very rare pair of brooches almost 200 years old. Amazing that they would have survived at all in this condition, and even more so, together. Workmanship is very fine and beautiful. Very versatile: can be worn with any outfit for any person. Unisex - suitable for a man or a woman and one could also split them with a partner - each wearing one. Can be worn to hold a cravat, scarf, on a jacket lapel or sleeve. Endless possibilities.  Marks and Metal:  We did not find any marks on either pin. Gold was acid tested to ensure metal purity.     Condition: Minor wear commensurate with age. Turquoise is a natural stone and has some age cracks/losses that are visible with a loupe, but not the naked eye and mentioned only for the sake of accuracy. Please see enlarged pictures and don't hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer. . . . RETURNS: If, for any reason at all, you are not happy with the item, please get in touch with us within 2 days to discuss a return.      INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE NOTE: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.  Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.    We have been selling high quality genuine antiques on the internet since 1998. Buy with confidence.  We are reliable as our record shows, and we guarrantee everything we sell. See our policies below.       Check out my other eBay auctions! Add Me to Your Favorite Sellers   Please read our TERMS & CONDITIONS below: Florida residents to pay State sales tax.   RETURN POLICY:  If for any reason at all you are not completely happy with your purchase, please return the item.  Please ship within 2 days of receiving your item unless otherwise agreed with us. We would appreciate it if you notify us in advance, and explain the reason for the return.  Please pack carefully to ensure the item reaches us in the same condition it left here and don't forget to insure and track properly.      -------------- PAYMENT & SHIPPING:  -------------- Any questions, just ask. We usually use UPS or USPS for domestic service and USPS express for international shipping. Domestic shipping and handling will be free. Since we are obliged to use ?signature required? on all parcels over $200.00 it might be useful to use a business address. Please check that the address we receive from PayPal is the address you wish to use. Overseas insurance may be limited by foreign post office. For any other shipping arrangements, please ask us. Buyer is responsible for knowing shipping prohibitions and restrictions in his/her country we will look them up for you if you need help.      -------------- OVERSEAS: Note: --------------  Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer?s responsibility. Please check with your country?s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. Thank you   -------------- thank you.. . . RETURNS: if, for any reason at all, you are not happy with the item, please get in touch with us within 2 days to discuss a return. Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Antique.

Antique

Yes

Main Stone Creation

Natural

Color

Blue

Main Stone Color

Blue

Material

Enamel

Metal

Yellow Gold

Jewelry Department

Fine

Main Stone

Turquoise

Brand

Antique

Type

Brooch

Metal Purity

18k

Era

Victorian (1837-1901)

Theme

Art, Beauty, Fashion & Costumes

Original/Reproduction

Original

Country of Origin

France