ITALIAN 1970 Modernist Doggy Clip-Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstones
An Italian clip-brooch of a doggy.
This is a super cute lovely clip type brooch, created in the city of Florence Italy, back in the 1970. The brooch have been made up with with retro modernist patterns with the three-dimensional figure of a happy doggy dressed with a bow. The piece have been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with highly textured finish and with elements in white gold for the diamonds settings. It is fitted with an extended chain with a hook attached from the dog's neck giving the impression is a walk chain. The eyes, the nose and the bow are embellished with earth mined natural gemstones, such two red rubies, one blue sapphire and eighteen white colorless diamonds. The brooch is fitted at the reverse with a horizontal hinged pin bar and a mechanical lock. The features of this brooch are very unusual, such as the three-dimensional face with a very cute expression. The ride chain with the hook gives it that unique touch. This brooch can be used by a man attached to his tie adding great personality to the wearer.
Diamonds: Mount in flush settings, with 18 European round cuts diamonds, with a total weight of about 0.43 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS/SI clarity.
Rubies: The eyes are mount in bezel settings, with 2 round faceted red rubies of about 0.20 carats.
Sapphire: The nose is mount in a bezel setting, with 1 round cabochon cut of a natural blue sapphire of about 0.10 carats.
Weight: 13.95 Grams, (8.95 Dwt).
Measurements: 35 mm by 29 mm by 16 mm (1.38 x 1.14 x 0.63 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark logo, the mark for the assay of the .750/.999 gold and signed as follow: "ITALY 18KT".
Collateral: This brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this doggy brooch is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 21 gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B101624MENS/.3353
