A Victorian pearl and diamond floral spray brooch

A Victorian pearl and diamond floral spray brooch

Description

A Victorian pearl and diamond floral spray brooch, the three flower clusters, each set with an old brilliant-cut diamond and eight half-pearls, surrounded by naturalistic curing leaves set with further half-pearls, the diamonds estimated to weigh 0.30 carats in total, the pearls measuring 2.6-1.0 mm in diameter, all set in yellow gold mount with a brooch fitting, circa 1860, measuring 6.6 x 2.5cm, gross weight 11.7 grams.

A feminine floral brooch adorned with small pearls on the petals and leaves, each flower centering a shimmering diamond, all set in yellow gold. This classic and elegant spray brooch, hailing from the Victorian era, is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the time epitomising refined elegance and timeless beauty.