Victorian Gold, Opal, Diamond & Ruby 'Butterfly' Brooch

Victorian Gold, Opal, Diamond & Ruby 'Butterfly' Brooch 

This fabulous, large, antique, gold and natural gemstone butterfly brooch from the late 1800s, has been beautifully made and decorated with four impressive and very colourful, large pear-shaped opals for the wings, four old-cut diamonds for the body, a large ruby for the head and two small garnets for the eyes, all set in 14ct gold. The estimated weight of the gemstones is: 4 x cabochon cut opals, 2 = 5,08ct & 2 = 2,48ct and 4 x old-cut diamonds = 0,32cts and a natural round ruby = 0,54ct. Sadly one of the smaller opals has a crack through it, otherwise this wonderful brooch is in great condition with a secure pin and roll-over safety clasp. The brooch measures 4,7cm x 3,5cm and weighs 12,9g. 

This scarce brooch comes with a detailed valuation, with a replacement of R84 700, a copy of which is listed in the photographs. (The valuation was done by a very reputable Gemmologist but doesnt take antiquity and rarity into consideration). 

Our jewellery will be sent to you in a presentable box and if you would like it gift wrapped for a special occasion, please let me know. Please feel free to email me with any queries, and please look closely at the pictures provided as they are of the actual item and form a vital part of the description.

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