Victorian 3.0ct Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch Pendant jet It's crafted in 18 karat

It's crafted in 18 karat gold and remains in excellent condition - featuring the new style opening mechanism (two screws on either side allowing the two halves to be completely separated)

So far so normal

Boucheron Maker's Mark

Swipe to see a copy of an original 19th century advert for the device

and optical characteristics as the naturally occurring rubies - they're the same mineral

Victorian 3.0ct Old Cut Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch Pendant jet It's crafted in 18 karatDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Striking Victorian diamond set crescent moon brooch, with removable fittings and retractable bail for wear as a pendant. The crescent totals around 3 carats of chunky old mine cut diamonds arranged in two graduated rows along its length, modelled in 15 karat gold with silver cut down settings and fine openworked gallery sides. Craftsmanship: exceptional. Design: exceptional. Symbolism: perfection. STONES Old Mine Cut Diamonds