A stunning, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian 3.05 carat diamond and 0.03 carat ruby, 12 carat yellow gold and silver set dolphin brooch/pendant; part of our diverse collection of antique broochesThis stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond brooch has been crafted in 12ct yellow gold with a silver setting.The antique Victorian brooch has been modelled in the form of a dolphin creating a circular form.The shaped setting is embellished with one-hundred and eight pavé set diamonds, in a combination of Old European and Dutch cut, graduating in size dependant on location within the anatomical-shaped frame.The head of the dolphin is further ornamented with an impressive 0.03ct round faceted cut ruby, representing the eye.This stunning and rare antique diamond dolphin brooch secures with a hinged pin and clasp fastening to the reverse of the setting.This versatile antique brooch can also be worn as a pendant via a hinged loop to the reverse surface and suspends from an 18'' 18ct white gold curb chain; the brooch pin could be removed upon request to allow the piece to be worn as a stand-alone pendant.This stunning antique Victorian brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12ct gold and silver set.The brooch is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card.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 in this antique diamond dolphin brooch.ConditionThis stunning and original antique brooch is excellent quality, set with very high colour graded diamonds displaying a fine white colour and brilliance.The impressive ruby displays 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 fine example of antique jewellery.Ruby QualityCut Round FacetedContent 0.03 caratDiamond QualityColour (average grades) HClarity (average grades) P1Cut Old European/DutchContent 3.05 caratsNumber of Diamonds108DimensionsLength of drop 4.95cm/1.95''Length of setting 4.3cm/1.69''Width of setting 4.2cm/1.65''Across pin 2.5cm/0.98''Height of setting7.65mm/0.3''Chain length 45.72cm/18''Weight14.43 grams (excluding chain)Date: Circa 1880A video is available upon request.PLEASE NOTE: AC Silver takes pride in offering only quality items for sale.This pride in quality includes the professional, efficient and personal service extended to all AC Silver customers. All items purchased usually dispatched within 24 hours following cleared payment. All items are professionally and securely packaged, sent FREE of charge and are FULLY INSURED during transit.FRE...