Vintage 1940s Retro Ruby & Diamond Swirling 18K Gold Brooch Pin

A plume of feathers unfurls outward from a ruby-set center, each marquise-shaped leaf outlined in a rope twist yellow-gold and studded with crisp pavé diamonds. A ring of round rubies, one carat in total, holds the still center of all that motion, with 0.80 carats of diamonds carrying light through every leaf. Made in Italy, the 18 karat yellow gold, ruby, and diamond pairing is pure Retro: with platinum reserved for the war effort, federal excise taxes driving up the cost of jewelry, and Hollywood glamour aesthetics replacing Art Deco, 1940s jewelers favored theatrical, substantial-looking forms that used metal strategically, as in the openwork of this brooch.

Regular price$7,200.
Further Details

Condition: Very good
Era: Retro
Year: 1940s
Metal: 18 Karat yellow gold with purity & hallmarks

Diamonds: 110
Carat Weight: 0.80
Cut: Single cut round
Color Range: G-H
Clarity Range: VS1-2

Gemstone: Ruby (16)
Carat Weight: 1.00
Cut: Round
Color: Pinkish red
Clarity: Transparent

Dimensions: 39 mm L x 39 mm W
Weight: 17.14 Grams
Graded by GIA standards

Includes: Custom Belrose box & free expedited shipping
Certified Appraisal on request

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Photography © Belrose Estate Jewelers, Santa Barbara, CA

Item Id: 250630

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  • Free Insured Shipping
  • Custom Jewelry Box

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