{"product_id":"antique-ruby-and-diamond-floral-brooch-paris-c-1880","title":"Antique Ruby \u0026 Diamond Brooch","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA beautifully made antique French brooch dating to around 1880, designed as a floral spray within a circular border of diamonds. Crafted in 18K gold, it is set with three antique cushion-cut rubies and 65 rose-cut diamonds, creating a lively contrast between the rich red stones and the bright shimmer of the diamonds.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe rubies weigh approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 carats in total\u003c\/strong\u003e and are particularly attractive for their vivid, well-matched red colour and particularly good clarity. The diamonds are set in \u003cstrong\u003esilver-topped settings\u003c\/strong\u003e to the front, a typical 19th century technique used to enhance their brightness, while the rubies are held in gold claws. The stones are all \u003cstrong\u003eopen-backed\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the light through beautifully.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e3cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an ideal size for a brooch: large enough to make a statement, but still easy to wear. It weighs \u003cstrong\u003e7.85 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e and bears a \u003cstrong\u003eFrench eagle head hallmark\u003c\/strong\u003e for 18K gold, and indicating it was made in Paris, with a faded maker’s mark. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA highly decorative and elegant late 19th century brooch, with strong workmanship, beautifully balanced design, and excellent overall condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49268676821300,"sku":"1017810326","price":10499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/DSC_2100.jpg?v=1787761289","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/en-nz\/products\/antique-ruby-and-diamond-floral-brooch-paris-c-1880","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}