AC Silver has dated this Victorian Opal Swan Brooch to the 1890s.

This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 9ct yellow gold with silver settings.
The bar brooch has been modelled in the form of a swan.
The body of the swan is embellished with an impressive yellow gold collet set 1.50ct cabochon cut opal.

The neck, wing and tail feathers of the bird are ornamented with twenty-three pavé set Dutch cut diamonds; these hand-cut stones contribute to the distinctly antique character of the piece.
The swan's head incorporates a pavé set Old European round cut diamond to a single 0.01ct cabochon cut ruby, representing the eye.

The lower portion of the brooch bears sinuous intertwining designs creating the imagery of the water, ornamented with eleven further pavé set Dutch cut diamonds.
The yellow gold bar of the brooch terminates to either end with an individually claw set round faceted blue sapphire, totalling 0.90cts.

This brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and C shaped clasp fastening.
This impressive antique bird brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 carat gold and silver.

This stunning opal brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
This Victorian gemstone swan brooch in gold is best suited to occasions that celebrate love, grace and meaningful personal milestones, combining elegant symbolism with the charm of antique craftsmanship. Swans have long been associated with devotion, loyalty, beauty and lifelong partnership, making this style of brooch particularly appropriate for anniversaries, romantic gifts, milestone birthdays or significant life celebrations.

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Condition
This impressive bird brooch is excellent quality, set with an impressive opal displaying a fine play of colour and presence.

The impressive sapphires and ruby display a fine colour and brilliance.
The well colour matched diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.
This type of brooch/brooch has a classic antique appearance and as such cannot be brightened.

The brooch is an excellent gauge of silver and is in excellent condition.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of animal related jewellery.
Opal Quality

Cut Cabochon
Content 1.50 carats
Sapphire Quality
Colour Blue
Cut Round Faceted
Content 0.90 carat
Ruby Quality
Cut Cabochon
Content 0.01 carat
Diamond Quality
Colour (average grades) H
Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Old European/Dutch
Content 0.72 carat
Number of Diamonds
35
Dimensions
Length of setting 5.3cm/2.09'
Width of setting 2.13cm/0.84'
Across pin 3.8cm/1.5'
Height of setting 8.64mm/0.34'
Weight
8.32 grams
Date: Circa 1890
SKU: C9823
AC Silver has dated this Victorian Opal Swan Brooch to the 1890s.
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