A late Victorian pink sapphire and diamond pendant/bracelet

A late Victorian pink sapphire and diamond pendant/bracelet

Description

A late Victorian pink sapphire and diamond cluster bangle, the cushion-cut pink sapphire, weighing 1.99 carats, accompanied by GCS Report 80248-09 stating to be of Burmese origin with no indications of heating, surrounded by a double cluster set with thirty old mine-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 5¼ carats in total, accompanied by rose gold bangle with central fitting for the pink sapphire and diamond cluster, with additional sixteen graduated old-mine cut diamonds set to the shoulders, the diamonds estimated to weigh a further total of 3.5 carats, all set in silver to rose-gold mount, circa 1890, measuring 6.5 x 2.2cm, gross weight 34.9 grams.

A gorgeous bangle featuring an eye-catching pink sapphire surrounded by glimmering diamonds. This bangle was made in 1890 and is a wonderful reflection of Victorian jewellery which was designed to be eye-catching and dramatic in style. The lively old-cut diamonds featured serve as a nice contrast to the warm sapphire at the centre. The sapphire and diamond cluster can also be transformed and worn as a remarkable pendant on the neck, making this bangle multi-purpose and wearable for many different occasions. This bold and classic bangle would serve as a fabulous statement piece with a sleek cocktail dress for an evening event. When worn as a pendant, this lovely piece would work well with a silk blouse and smart pair of trousers.