A true Victorian dream — this antique crescent brooch is set entirely with natural diamonds, a luminous marriage of old mine cuts and delicate rose cuts that catch the light like candle glow on silk.
The crescent has long symbolized growth, protection, and new beginnings, and in the 19th century it became one of the most beloved motifs in sentimental jewelry. This piece embodies that poetry: hand-set stones, softly mismatched in the way only antique diamonds can be, each facet reflecting over a century of history.
At the center are chunky old mine cut diamonds with open culets and pillowy crowns, graduating into twinkling rose cuts. — a classic Victorian composition that collectors prize.
Era: Victorian, c. 1880–1900
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Stones: All natural diamonds
- Old Mine Cuts & Rose Cuts
- Estimated total weight: [approx ct]
- Metal: 9& 15K / silver-topped silver and golD backing.
- Size:3 mm or 1.12”
- Weight: 5.8g
- Clasp: Original period pin & C-clasp
- Condition: Beautiful antique condition with age-appropriate wear; stones secure and lively
Why We Love It
- Iconic Victorian crescent — one of the most collectible antique motifs
- Completely original diamond layout
- Soft antique sparkle you’ll never see in modern cuts
- Perfect worn on a lapel, velvet ribbon, or as a pendant conversion
Styling Notes
Wear at the collar of a blazer, pinned to a silk ribbon as a choker, or layered on a cashmere coat. She’s equally at home at a wedding or with a white tee and jeans — the kind of jewel that makes an outfit.
DIAMOND CRESCENT BROOCH
three curved rows of rose, old and single-cut diamonds with total estimated diamond weight 1.7-1.9 cttw , set in yellow gold and silver with hinged pin fitting, 5.8gm, length 3.0cm.
OVERALL CONDITION:
Superficial wear in the form of minor scratches to the unstamped metal; overall condition commensurate with age and wear; minor spots of discolouration; pin fitting secure.
DIAMONDS
Approximate overall colour and clarity: H-I-J, VS-Pique
Some diamonds are chipped
