Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch

Antique Victorian diamond and pearl pendant/brooch; this is a magnificent example of Victorian fine jewellery from the mid nineteenth century.  The pendant is set with a Dutch Rose Cut diamond weighing 0.90ct surrounded by a border of  Old Mine Cut diamonds totalling 4.10ct (approximately).  Total diamond weight: 5.00ct.  Below the main diamond there is an oval whitish silver pearl of strong lustre measuring 10mm and suspended from a loop.  The detachable bale is diamond set and can be attached to a chain or velvet ribbon.  This can be removed and there is a fitting which can be added when the pendant is worn as a brooch.  Weight: 12.80gm.  Measurements: 6cm x 3cm x 25mm (2 1/4″ x 1 1/8″ x 1/4″).  Tested as 15ct gold and silver.  It is in very good condition and dates from around 1860 – 1880.  Ref: K098 Specifications Metal: 15ct Gold, Silver Diamonds: 5.00 (approximately) Pearl: 10mm Weight: 12.80gm Condition: Very Good Era: 1860 – 1880 Ref: K098