Exceptional beauty exudes from this antique citrine seed pearl brooch in 14kt yellow gold. This oval, bright yellow citrine brooch pin measures over 8 carats. This bright yellow citrine is embellished by a delicate border of sixteen off-white to pink pearls.
This brooch has a "C" clasp. "C" clasps are recognized as one of the earliest clasps for brooches. They are seldom used today.
One oval citrine appx 8.2 carat weight, 16.41 x 11.9 x 7.3 mm, Clarity: eye-clean, Color: bright light to medium yellow Sixteen Seed Pearls: off white to light beige Measures: 7/8" left to right, 5/16" north to south, 3/8" depth Hallmarks: 14 within a circle for 14KT Weight: 3.7 Grams Circa: 1890 - 1900 Excellent condition.