Gem-set Spider Brooch with Diamonds and Rubies
An antique 15ct gold and silver topped gem set spider brooch, set with 27 old rose cut diamonds, sapphire set eyes and three rubies to the abdomen. Safety chain attached, length .1.97 in.
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- Rose Cut - A flat based cut for a preious stone, leaving the surface covered with triangular facets, usually 24 in total.
It was introduced in the 15th century and popular during the 16th and 17th centuries.
The rose cut was the most popular form of diamond cut until the discovery of the brilliant cut at the end of the 17th century, after which its use declined.
This item has been included into following indexes:
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brooches, diamond
- diamond and ruby 440
- diamond and sapphire 423
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brooches, gold
- gold with rubies 686
- gold with sapphires 618
- brooches, silver - silver items 2,659
