18kt Gold Heraldic Brooch with Diamonds & Rubies, 2004

£2,750.00

A striking 18kt yellow and white gold heraldic brooch, finely crafted with a raised family crest design bearing the Latin inscription "Londinii Defende Tuos Deus Optime Cives" (“O God, defend your citizens of London”). The shield is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and accented with a cross of calibre-cut rubies. At the centre sits a Tudor rose motif in white gold, flanked by gold coronets above and below, surmounted by a sculpted knight’s helm and crowned with a finely detailed eagle in white gold.

A striking 18kt yellow and white gold heraldic brooch, finely crafted with a raised family crest design bearing the Latin inscription "Londinii Defende Tuos Deus Optime Cives" (“O God, defend your citizens of London”). The shield is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and accented with a cross of calibre-cut rubies. At the centre sits a Tudor rose motif in white gold, flanked by gold coronets above and below, surmounted by a sculpted knight’s helm and crowned with a finely detailed eagle in white gold.

  • Gemstone Details:
    Diamonds: 18
    Cut: round brilliant-cut, approx. 0.70 carats total
    VS1 clarity
    G–H colour

    Rubies:
    Quantity: 6
    Cut: square-cut
    Carat weight: approx. 0.60 carats total

    Marks:
    Stamped 750 for 18kt gold with London assay marks and maker’s mark (A&M), dated 2004.

    Dimensions:
    Approx. 4.4 × 3.3 cm
    Weight: 19.5 grams

    Condition: Pre-owned; light surface wear commensurate with age. Excellent overall condition with secure pin fitting.

  • ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
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    INCLUDED: Complimentary Gift Wrap Packaging & Certificate of Evaluation.
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