Brooch - 18 kt. Yellow gold - Victorian dagger

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Antique Victorian dagger brooch in 18 kt yellow gold, total weight about 3.7 g, 6.4 cm long and 2.7 cm wide, set with 14 rubies and diamonds and dating to circa 1880 in good age-related condition.

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Antique Victorian dagger brooch – 18 K gold – rubies & diamonds – 6.4 cm – fine craftsmanship (circa 1880)


Beautiful and extraordinary antique dagger brooch from the Victorian era (circa 1880), made of 750 / 18 karat gold.
The piece is richly set with a total of 14 small rubies and diamonds (approximately 2 mm) and features fine, handcrafted ornamentation typical of the second half of the 19th century.

The dagger has an impressive size of 6.4 cm in length and 2.7 cm in width, making it appear very representative.
The spherical ends, the artistically designed handle, and the symmetrical stone arrangement emphasize the historical decorative character of the jewelry piece.

The brooch is in good, age-appropriate condition with slight signs of use.
A rare collector's item, ideal for enthusiasts of antique Victorian goldsmith work.


Specifications

Object: Brooch / Dagger Brooch
• Epoch: Victorian, circa 1880
• Material: 18 K Gold (750/1000)
Total weight: approximately 3.7 g
• Gemstones:
Total of 14 gemstones.
• Rubies and diamonds, each approximately 2 mm.
• Diamonds probably in old cut or rose cut.
dimensions
Length: 6.4 cm
Width: 2.7 cm
Condition: Good, age-appropriate, small signs of use.
Feature: Finely crafted Victorian dagger form – very decorative and collectible.
Shipping: Secure with UPS and insured.

Antique Victorian dagger brooch – 18 K gold – rubies & diamonds – 6.4 cm – fine craftsmanship (circa 1880)


Beautiful and extraordinary antique dagger brooch from the Victorian era (circa 1880), made of 750 / 18 karat gold.
The piece is richly set with a total of 14 small rubies and diamonds (approximately 2 mm) and features fine, handcrafted ornamentation typical of the second half of the 19th century.

The dagger has an impressive size of 6.4 cm in length and 2.7 cm in width, making it appear very representative.
The spherical ends, the artistically designed handle, and the symmetrical stone arrangement emphasize the historical decorative character of the jewelry piece.

The brooch is in good, age-appropriate condition with slight signs of use.
A rare collector's item, ideal for enthusiasts of antique Victorian goldsmith work.


Specifications

Object: Brooch / Dagger Brooch
• Epoch: Victorian, circa 1880
• Material: 18 K Gold (750/1000)
Total weight: approximately 3.7 g
• Gemstones:
Total of 14 gemstones.
• Rubies and diamonds, each approximately 2 mm.
• Diamonds probably in old cut or rose cut.
dimensions
Length: 6.4 cm
Width: 2.7 cm
Condition: Good, age-appropriate, small signs of use.
Feature: Finely crafted Victorian dagger form – very decorative and collectible.
Shipping: Secure with UPS and insured.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
Style
Victorian
Estimated period
1850-1900
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
18 kt.
Total weight
3.7 g
Condition
Vintage - used with visible signs of wear
Gender
Women
Country of Origin
Unknown
Title additional information
Victorian dagger
GermanyVerified
10
Objects sold
Private

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