A VICTORIAN AESTHETIC PERIOD 14K WHITE GOLD, DIAMOND, AND YELLOW TOPAZ BROOCH, ENGLISH, 1860s-1880s, a central prong set amber yellow topaz measures approximately 8.08 x 10.26 x 5.55 mm, having an approximate weight of 3.50 ct., surrounded by eight sawtooth petals each with a rose cut diamond flanked by a pair of leaves with eight rose cut pavé diamonds with one rose-cut solitaire diamonds at each end, one having notable yellow color, the brooch suspends a single European cut bezel set diamond to two downturned leaves with six mine and old European cut diamonds, ending with a prong set oval amber yellow topaz drop measuring approximately 13 x 8.6 x 4 mm and weighing approximately 3.5 ct., approximate diamond weight: 1.5 ct.; 1 1/4" x 1 5/8", total approximate weight: 9 grams. Note: Susanna Lovis Jewellers, Invoice number: 7659, export notation, Burlington Arcade, London, December 11, 2003; housed in a Gary & David Ltd. gitl tooled leatherette case, Manhattan, New York.

One diamond on a leaf has possible damage or a large inclusion, all diamonds are included and some have a faint color. The pin was possibly replaced and is yellow gold. Two areas at the back are etched illegibly. Note: All payments for jewelry, watches, or precious metals must be made by wire transfer. No other forms of payment will be accepted. A copy of the registered bidder's government ID is required and must be on file with the auction house before any jewelry, watches, or precious metals will be released for shipping. All weights and dimensions are to be considered approximate. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."