Antique Crystal, 0.14ct Emerald, 0.58ct Diamond and 18ct Yellow Gold Cupid and Psyche Brooch Circa 1880

A stunning, fine and impressive antique crystal, 0.14 carat emerald, 0.58 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold and silver set Cupid and Psyche brooch; an addition to our collection of Victorian jewellery.

This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a silver setting.

The oval-shaped setting is ornamented with a feature oval crystal panel, embellished with an engraved scene depicting Cupid and Psyche*.

The feature panel is encompassed with a pierced decorated frame accented with four yellow gold collet set square faceted emeralds to the cardinal points, totalling 0.14ct.

This impressive border is further accented with subtly curvilinear pales flanking the aforementioned emeralds and stylised bow designs, all incorporating forty-four diamonds in a combination of Dutch and mine cuts.

This antique crystal brooch with emeralds secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and sheath fastening.

This stunning Victorian emerald and diamond brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 carat gold and silver.

This impressive example of Cupid and Psyche jewellery is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

NOTE: * The tale of Cupid and Psyche (or Eros and Psyche) follows the journey of Psyche, a mortal woman who, after undergoing a series of challenging trials imposed by Venus, ultimately reclaims the love of her divine husband, Cupid, and is granted immortality; a story of overcoming great obstacles for love.

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Condition

This stunning antique brooch is excellent quality, set with impressive crystal panel and emeralds displaying fine colour and brilliance.

The brooch is an excellent gauge of gold and silver, and is in excellent condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning example of Victorian jewellery.

Emerald Quality

Cut Square Faceted

Content 0.14 carat

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) H

Clarity (average grades) SI2

Cut Dutch/Mine

Content 0.58 carat

Number of Diamonds

44

Dimensions

Length of setting 3.6cm/1.42'

Width of setting 2.54cm/1'

Across pin 2.7cm/1.06'

Height of setting 4.23mm/0.17'

Weight

6.32 grams

Date: Circa 1880

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