Late Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch jade With a simple machined border

With a simple machined border

The emeralds are lightly graduated from the centre at total around 1

Modelled in 9 karat gold throughout

Set with a highly domed rock crystal centre that captures the light quite beautifully

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Late Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch jade With a simple machined borderDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 Striking antique crescent brooch dating from the late Victorian era, circa 1890. It's set with three central icy white diamonds with further graduated diamonds at each of the points, with fine millegrain detailing. Crafted in 15 karat gold and platinum throughout. STONES Old cut diamonds MEASUREMENTS 5. 3 x 0. 4cm WEIGHT 3. 57g MARKS No marks present, tests as 15k gold and platinum CONDITION Good, few scratches to the platinum