This stunning antique bar brooch has been crafted in platinum.
The pierced decorated setting is embellished with a central collet set mixed cut emerald.
The central gemstone is flanked with curvilinear collar designs, each ornamented with three impressive pavé set eight cut diamonds.
The bar brooch bears a stylised foliate design ornamented with a central horizontal formation of twenty-six mix cut emeralds, all encompassed with twenty-four further pavé set eight cut diamonds, completing the design.
This fine example of original 1920's jewellery secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening.
This emerald and diamond brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.
The antique bar brooch with emeralds and diamonds is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
This 1920s emerald and diamond bar brooch in platinum reflects early 20th-century design through the combination of geometric balance, precious materials and restrained elegance. The platinum structure provides strength and precision for stone setting, while the emerald introduces concentrated colour contrast against the brilliance of the diamonds. Its elongated bar form creates visual symmetry and versatility, allowing adaptable wear across lapels, dresses or scarves. As both a decorative and historical object, it offers vintage character, refined luminosity and enduring commemorative value.
"Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics."
Reference: The Connoisseur's Guide to Precious Gemstones, R. Wise, Brunswick House Press.
Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.
Date: Circa 1920
