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English 18K Gold, Diamond & Emerald Cat Pendant / Brooch

Start price: $1,500

Estimated price: $9,000 - $10,000

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A wonderful, finely detailed 18K gold pendant / brooch featuring a cat surrounded by an ivy-covered wood wreath. The cat has bright emerald eyes and wears a platinum collar with an old European cut diamond at the front. The pendant is finely engraved to represent the cat’s fur and the wood and foliage textures of the frame.  Origin: England, ca. 1870 Condition: excellent Dimensions: 1-1/4” diameter Weight: 18.8 grams Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: emerald, .02 carat; diamond, .05 carat

Condition: Good