This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian sapphire brooch has been crafted in 18ct white gold.
The pierced decorated crescent shaped frame is embellished with seven pavé set graduated cushion cut Burmese sapphires, totalling 3.50cts.
The feature gemstones alternate with eight pavé set Old European cut diamonds totalling 1.65cts.
The impressive antique crescent brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and safety clasp.
This crescent brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 carat gold.
This impressive Victorian sapphire brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card, in addition to a sapphire report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.
Such examples with untreated Burmese sapphires are becoming increasingly difficult to locate; this brooch is one of the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
A Burmese sapphire crescent brooch offers elegant symbolism, making it an ideal gift for milestone birthdays, anniversaries or graduations — particularly for September birthdays or lovers of celestial and antique jewellery.
NOTE: * This documentation accredits the sapphire originating in Myanmar (Burma) and certifies that the gemstone shows no indications of heating.
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 in this Victorian brooch.
Date: Circa 1890