Art Deco-Inspired Vintage Tiepin Featuring a Flying Bird with Multicoloured Gemstones

This vintage tiepin, circa 1970, clearly inspired by the Art Deco period (some 50 years earlier), captures the grace of a flying bird, meticulously crafted in 18K yellow and white gold. Adorned with eight brilliant cut diamonds, 24 rubies, twenty sapphires, and a single emerald, this piece is a testament to nature's beauty and craftsmanship. The blend of gemstones brings a vibrant touch to the elegant design, evoking a sense of freedom and sophistication.

Antique jewelry object group
tie pin

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Vintage
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Period
ca. 1970
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Source of inspiration
Mother Nature

Theme
Flying bird

Material 18K
yellow and white gold or platinum (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
Eight brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 0.12ct colour and clarity F/H, vvs/vs
All diamond weights, color grades and clarity are approximate since stones are not removed from their mounts to preserve the integrity of the setting.
All diamonds we offer are screened by the I.J.G.C. for whether they are natural or synthetic, and all diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural.

Precious stones
24 rubies
Twenty sapphires
One emerald
It is a very common practice to treat gemstones to intensify their clarity or colour. The item in question has not been tested in this regard.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, sapphire for September ruby for July and emerald for May.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
just bird 1,74 cm (0,69 inch) x 1,42 cm (0,56 inch), total height pin 6,10 cm (2,40 inch)
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Weight
2,70 gram (1,74 dwt)

Ring size

Resizing

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Adin Reference Nº
24204-0272

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