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Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880
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Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

19th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

A 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.

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.

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

Dimensions

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

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.8cm (0.31")
Width
2.1cm (0.83")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Diamond Turtle Brooch to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1103981
Dealers Internal Reference
C8881
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Description
A 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.
AC Silver

This stunning, fine and impressive antique mother of pearl brooch has been crafted in 12ct yellow gold with silver settings.

fig 1. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 1. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

fig 2. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 2. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

fig 3. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 3. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

fig 4. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 4. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

fig 5. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 5. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

fig 6. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 6. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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.

Peridot Quality

fig 7. A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
fig 7. Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

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

Dimensions

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

A video is available upon request.

Height
0.8cm (0.31")
Width
2.1cm (0.83")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Diamond Turtle Brooch to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103981
Dealers Internal Ref
C8881
AC Silver
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Archive I A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.

Antique Mother of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880

Archive II A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds. View II
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A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
Antique Mother Of Pearl, 0.65ct Diamond and Peridot, 12ct Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch Circa 1880
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A Victorian brooch shaped like a turtle, featuring a smooth mother of pearl shell framed in yellow gold with silver flippers, head, and tail encrusted with diamonds.
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FAQs

Popular during the late 19th century, Victorian novelty jewellery often featured naturalistic motifs, including animals, insects, and sea creatures, crafted with precious metals and gemstones.

Victorian pieces frequently incorporated yellow gold, silver-topped settings, organic elements like mother of pearl, and hand-cut diamonds such as rose cut or old European cut stones.

Authentic Victorian brooches typically feature hand-engraved details, silver settings mounted on gold bases, C-clasps with extended pin stems, and era-appropriate gemstone cuts.

Antique brooches can be fastened to blazer lapels, coat collars, silk scarves, or velvet ribbons worn as chokers, as well as displayed in velvet-lined shadow boxes.

Clean gently with a soft dry cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, or prolonged exposure to moisture which can degrade mother of pearl or loosen settings.
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