A beautifully composed Victorian stickpin in silver and 15ct gold with a gold pin, dating to circa 1880. The head is set with a natural pearl of 4.49mm at the centre, surrounded by nine old mine cut diamonds of an estimated 0.63 carats in total — the warm, organic lustre of the natural pearl contrasting with the bright scintillation of the diamond cluster in a combination that is quintessentially Victorian in its refinement. At 1.25 × 1.25cm, the head is perfectly proportioned for a lapel, cravat, or tie.

A natural pearl and old mine cut diamond cluster stickpin of this diamond weight and period is a piece of genuine quality — 0.63 carats of old mine cut diamonds surrounding a natural pearl in silver and gold is a combination that rewards close inspection.

The Details

• Circa: 1880
• Metal: Silver and 15ct gold (head), gold (pin)
• Centre: Natural pearl, 4.49mm diameter
• Border: 9 old mine cut diamonds, c.0.63ct total
• Dimensions: 1.25 × 1.25cm
• Weight: 2.1g
• Hallmarks: Tests as 15ct gold and silver