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Victorian 14K Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Woodpecker Pin browse these categories for related items... All Items: Estate Jewelry:Gold:Victorian: Pre 1900: item # 490786
Kensington House Antiques Kensington Maryland (301)942-0955 Guest Book $1995 |
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Striking Victorian brooch in the form of a woodpecker. The feathery head is pave-set with 31 rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds are set in silver over the gold—a typical construction technique in 19th century jewelry. The eye is a collet-set old European cut ruby. The long beak, worked in rose gold, grasps a 4mm natural pearl of very fine quality. "Novelty" brooches in animal forms were very popular in the late 19th century--and the best examples such as this were frequently gem-encrusted. The back retains the original pinstem and trombone clasp. The clasp is marked with an unidentified hallmark. Tested and guaranteed 14K gold. Origin: America, ca. 1880. Condition: excellent. Size: 2-3/8” x 13/16”. Weight: 9.5 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: ruby, .1 carat; diamond, 1.25 carats. |
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