Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide.
Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.
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Description
Stunning, fine and impressive antique mother of pearl, 0.65 carat diamond and peridot, 12 carat yellow gold and silver set turtle brooch; part of our diverse collection of mother of pearl brooches.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique mother of pearl brooch has been crafted in 12ct yellow gold with silver settings.
The brooch has been modelled in the form of a turtle, with articulating limbs.
The circular-shaped shell of the turtle is embellished with a collet set mother of pearl.
Each leg of the turtle is ornamented with three pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, with a further three diamonds to the protruding tail.
The head of the turtle is embellished with ten pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, in addition to two peridots replicating the reptile's eyes.
The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp fastening.
This antique brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 carat gold and silver.
This impressive Victorian brooch is supplied with an Idgl diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Such brooches with free-moving components, in this high quality, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
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.
Peridot Quality
Cut Round Faceted
Content 0.03 carat
Diamond Quality
Colour (average grades) G
Clarity (average grades) Si1
Cut Dutch
Content 0.65 carat
Number of Diamonds
25
measurements
Length of setting 3.85cm/1.52'
Width of setting 2.1cm/0.83'
Across pin 1.8cm/0.71'
Height of setting 7.55mm/0.3'
Weight:-
7.29 grams
measurements
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond & Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch c.1880 (LA509909) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1880
declaration
condition
condition
This antique brooch with diamonds is excellent quality, set with a stunning mother of pearl panel displaying fine colour and lustre. The fine and impressive diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance. The brooch is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine antique pearl turtle brooch with diamonds.