A striking Edwardian diamond starburst pendant and brooch, adorned with 36 antique hand-cut diamonds in a dazzling mix of old mine cuts, old cuts, and single cuts, ensuring exceptional brilliance and sparkle. This celestial beauty captures the craftsmanship and elegance of the early 20th century.
The central floral motif features seven well-matched antique diamonds, including a prominent old mine-cut diamond at its heart. Radiating outward, six additional diamonds sit between each star point, while each of the six star points is set with four graduated antique diamonds, for a total of 24 diamonds on the arms. The high-quality mix of diamond cuts enhances its fiery brilliance, creating a breathtaking display of light.
Crafted with silver on the front and gold on the back, XRF testing confirms the gold purity ranges between 12-15ct. A newly crafted 18ct gold bail complements the original design, allowing for seamless wear as a pendant, while the removable brooch fittings and safety chain provide effortless versatility between a pendant and brooch.
🔹 Total Diamonds: 36 antique hand-cut diamonds
🔹 Estimated Diamond Weight: 2.70 carats
🔹 Dimensions: 35mm x 31mm
🔹 Weight: 6.89g (including brooch fittings and safety chain)
🔹 Metal: Silver front, 12-15ct gold back, with an 18ct gold bail
🔹 Condition: Excellent antique condition with minimal signs of wear. The diamonds are well-matched, bright, and incredibly sparkly, showcasing the superior craftsmanship and high-quality mixed cuts.
This versatile antique treasure embodies the celestial motifs popular in the Edwardian and late Victorian eras, symbolising guidance, hope, and divine brilliance.
