RIBBON OF DIAMONDS 3.10 carats DOUBLE-BOW PIN
RIBBON OF DIAMONDS 3.10 carats DOUBLE-BOW PIN : 111 diamonds,, Edwardian, all original.
Circa : 1915 – 25
Diamonds : total 3.10 carats; 111; all are vintage full-cut 58 facet diamonds, well-matched, good clarity and color, average VS clarity, G-I color. Each diamond is bead-set, in the technique today called micro-pave.
Length : 3” (x 3/4” wide)
Gold : 18k white & yellow gold; no hallmarks found
Gross Weight : .4550 troy oz
Condition and construction : all original and fine, including the precision “D” shape a-jour cut-out behind each diamond;
original pin, hinge and latch with safety, all in pristine original condition.
Provenance : Family descent from a Baltimore lady
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Edwardian RIBBON OF DIAMONDS Bow Brooch
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One hundred eleven diamonds total 3.10 carats
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The look changes with the color beneath
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Each diamond is vintage full-cut, 58 facet, well-matched, fine clarity and color
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Diamonds are bead-set, in the technique today called micro-pave
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precision “D” shape a-jour cut-out behind each diamond
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18k white & yellow gold
White layer on top, around diamonds, rich gold understructure
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Also lovely worn on a dark velvet choker "collier de chien" necklace
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Side view shows the graceful natural shape
characteristic of superior craftsmanship
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Original Safety Latch, circa 1910
In original condition, works perfectly
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Safety latch in open position
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Center from beneath
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