19th century turquoise, ruby, diamond and drop pearl cluster pendant brooch

Date	1870
Period	19th century
Medium	turquoise, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl
Dimensions	3.8 cm (1¹/₂ inches)
Gallery	S.J. Phillips Ltd

Description
Technical

Weight: 13g
Of lozenge shaped outline, the central oval turquoise held by diamond set foliate claws, to an openwork frame of rubies and outer border of cushion cut diamonds, the white drop pearl hung below with a diamond set cap and cushion diamond highlight in between, mounted in silver and gold, pendant fitting to verso, the brooch fitting and the pearl drop both detachable, stating that the pearl is natural and of saltwater origin.
Length 3.8cm / 1 ¹/₂"

Date: 1870
Period: 19th century
Medium: turquoise, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl
Dimensions: 3.8 cm (1¹/₂ inches)
Exhibitions: Accompanied by Gem & Pearl Lab report no. 09857

Categories: Jewellery