Victorian Diamond Flower Cluster Brooch Antique Jewellery UK the diamonds provide a crisp

the diamonds provide a crisp and lively contrast to the emerald

The vibrant opal displays its characteristic play of colours

showcasing Benney’s flair for colour and form — qualities that have made him one of the most important contemporary goldsmiths and enamellers in Britain

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal wear consistent with age

comprising a continuous row of polished oval disk links each suspending a finely engraved acanthus leaf drop

Victorian Diamond Flower Cluster Brooch Antique Jewellery UK the diamonds provide a crispA beautiful Victorian brooch modelled as a stylised flowerhead, the scrolling openwork petals and central cluster set throughout with old cut diamonds totalling approximately 3. 2ct. The diamonds are set in silver over a 15ct gold back the classic construction of fine nineteenth century diamond work, keeping the stones bright and white while the pierced, galleried petals give the whole jewel a wonderful sense of light and movement, the diamonds