Victorian Opal Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1880

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Victorian Opal Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1880

£5,950.00

Description

A Victorian opal crescent moon brooch, set with oval opal cabochons, graduating in size, with old mine-cut diamonds set between the outer edge of the opals, with a plain inner curve, with fleur-de-lys claws and crown claw outer curve, with a two row gallery bezel, mounted in gold, with a pin and hook catch fitting, circa 1880. In Victorian symbolism the crescent or new moon represented a new relationship. Hopeful it will "wax" into matrimony.

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item details
Origin British
Period 19th Century
Style Victorian
Condition Very good
Materials Gold
Main Gemstone Opal
Main Gemstone Cut Cabochon Cut
Dimensions Length 29.5mm, width 27.3mm
Secondary Gemstone Diamond

Product REF: S2223B