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Antique Vintage Deco 18k Yellow Gold Ceylon Sapphire Spider Pendant Pin Brooch
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Antique Vintage Deco 18k Yellow Gold Ceylon Sapphire Spider Pendant Pin Brooch
Price: US $229.05


We have another Ceylon sapphire piece, which would pair nicely with this brooch, up for sale this week. To view in a separate listing, please click the picture link below.
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The Piece
sale Estimate:$1,000 - $2,000
Age Circa:Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed
Country of Origin:Unknown
Brand: Unknown
Gram Weight:6.2 Grams
Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold
Metal Melt Value:$195.00 (Value All-Inclusive Weight)
Material:--
Main Stone:Ceylon Sapphire
Main Stone Measurements/Color:1.56 Carats, Semi-translucent purple-blue hue
Accent Stone:--
Accent Stone Measurements/Color:--
Stone Treatment: The stone appears to be untreated, but we are not certifiedGemologists and cannot be sure.
Stone Cuts: Oval Faceted
Item Measurements: The brooch measures 1.45\" in diameter.
Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch, Pin, Scarf Pin, Lapel Pin, Hat Pin
Closure Type:\"C\" Clasp
Convertible to Pendant:If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece so it can be worn as a pendant.
Notable Features:This brooch was handmade during the Art Deco era. The brooch features an oval faceted Ceylon sapphire, which are historically only found in India, in the center of the spider.The sapphire has a beautiful semi-translucent purple-blue hue with facets along its surface and underside. The stone\'s unique facets allow for light to shine through the stone and create a play of colors and brilliance within the piece. The 18k yellow gold design showcases a six-legged spider in the middle of an intricate spider\'s web, which was made using the filigree technique. The 18k yellow gold brooch is smoothly polished andfinished with an open \"c\" clasp. This piece would look lovely if worn on a scarf, lapel, hat, or other form of accessory. Your local jeweler can also convert this brooch to a pendant by adding a pendant bale to the jump ring. Don\'t miss your opportunity to own this Art Deco piece!Damage: Age appropriate wear. There is an existing jump ring on this piece, but your local jeweler will need to attach a bale in order for it to be worn with a necklace. The spider was designed with six legs, one of which is missing and a couple of which are slightly bent. If desired, your local jeweler should be able to replace the missing leg and adjust the existing ones.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the \"Gatsby\" or \"Roaring Twenties\" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Filigree metalworking is a delicate form of art has been found as early as 3,000 BC in Mesopotamia. It was perfected by the Phoenicians and Etruscan civilizations between the 6th and 3rd centuries BC. It involves stamping out a design in metal and hand bending and twirling threads, combined with tiny beads, until a final motif emerges. It is reminiscent of lace and considered one of the most difficult metalworking processes. Filigree is still a very popular technique in India and Asia.
Sapphires are one of the four precious gemstones and have been prized for their rarity and beauty for centuries. Sapphires are one of the two varieties of corundum, the other being ruby. Sapphires are usually a deep blue in color, but can also occur in other “fancy” colors of white, yellow, grey, green, and orange hues. The only color a sapphire cannot be is red. The Ancient Persians believed that the sky was painted blue by the reflection of the sun on sapphire stones, and many rulers and religions have used this stone to denote status and sanctity. All packages are sent via USPS First Class Insured Mail unless another shipping option is chosen by the buyer. Buy It Now items ship for free (domestically). Shipping on sale items are priced below. We do not undervalue packages for international customers as it is illegal. Please take this into consideration before placing your offer.
  • Gold: $8.00 + $1.00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free
  • Silver: $4.00 + $1.00 per additional gold item & silver items combine for free
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