Antique Gold Diamond & Pearl Locket Brooch with Rose Cut
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An antique gold diamond and pearl locket brooch, bloomed finish boat shape with central elevated panel set with 3 rose cut diamonds flanked by 2 seed pearls, to base surround set with river pearls, size 17 x 46 mm, tests 14ct with metal pin and safety chain, wt. 8.7g.
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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.
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