Object Description
An antique tortoise brooch, circa 1870. The tortoise is of a realistic design with a high domed shell, set with old cut diamonds and cushion cut sapphires. The sapphires are set in yellow gold depicting a characteristic tortoise shell pattern. The eyes are cabochon rubies, all set in silver and gold.
Period
Circa 1870
Gemstones
Cushion cut sapphires estimated total – 5ct
Old cut diamonds estimated total – 1.05ct
2 x cabochon rubies
Setting
Silver and gold
Weight
8 grams
Dimensions
Head-Tail: 4cm
Width: 2.4cm
Condition
Very fine