Antique Lion Brooch Diamond Yellow Gold Circa 1900.
The Antique Lion Brooch Diamond Yellow Gold was made around 1900. Its gentle fierce face has a diamond set in the mouth and two cabochon Garnets set in the eyes. Along with the pin parts there is a hook in the back of the brooch, which was used to hang a small pocket watch. Today you can hang a pendant there, if preferred.
SPECIFICATIONS:
DIAMOND: One Old Mine Diamond weighing approximately 0.10 carat.
GARNETS: Two small round cabochon Garnets are set in the eyes.
METAL: The front face of the Lion tests 14k yellow gold and the flat back and hook test 10k yellow gold.
WEIGHT: 5.4 grams.
DIMENSIONS: 1.13" long and 1.25" wide.
CONDITION: High magnification photographs show considerable design details, and this brooch is in good condition, all consistent with age and wear.
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