Designed as a stag's head, the body pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the eyes embellished with circular-cut rubies, the antlers highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds of brown tint, signed MdV for Michele della Valle, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.

Cf.: Michele della Valle, Michele della Valle, Jewels and Myths, Woodbridge, 2014, pg. 178 for an illustration of a brooch of similar design.

Please note that the diamonds of brown tint have not been tested for natural colour. Signed MdV for Michele della Valle. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Rubies well matched in colour, red of strong saturation. Diamonds of brown tint well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.50 - 5.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. No signs of wear the the metal. Clasp secure, sliding safety catch. In like-new condition. Gross weight approximately 26 grams. Pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
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