Maltese diamond Cross Brooch Cut Steel and full of sparkle

and full of sparkle

The gold hoop is stamped 750 and signed Paloma Picasso

The fittings on these earrings have been changed to posts which means that the top topaz stone sits on the ear rather than dropping below it

To a carved bifurcated shank with a reeded back

which securely hold the stones while allowing their natural colour to stand out

Maltese diamond Cross Brooch Cut Steel and full of sparkleA wonderful diamond set Maltese cross brooch dating to around 1840, beautifully crafted in silver with a gold backing. Centred with a cushion shaped old mine cut diamond. Set with graduated old cut diamonds, each mounted in traditional closed back settings. In total, the brooch is set with approximately 4. 85 carats of diamonds, assessed as IK colour and VSSI clarity. The reverse of the brooch features a locket compartment, adding a sentimental