{"product_id":"antique-15ct-gold-prospectors-brooch-old-cut-diamond","title":"Antique 15ct Gold Prospectors Brooch \/ Gold Rush Brooch.  Old European Cut Diamond.","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique 15ct Prospectors Brooch \/ Cravat Pin.  English Circa 1880s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brooch is handmade, and consists of a pair of shovels, one set with an old European cut diamond, and a gold `nugget` in a panning sieve to the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous piece of antique jewellery, rare to be manufactured in 15ct gold, most we see are only 9ct gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15ct gold was a legal standard of gold in British jewellery only between 1854 and 1931. This means that any piece of 15ct antique gold jewellery from Britain dates somewhere between 1854 and 1931, and you have a genuine piece of antique or jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese handmade miniature works of art need to be studied, and you need to know the manufacturing process to fully appreciate their character. A modern one would be cast in one piece, having little `definition` left after the casting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dimensions are 47.0mm x 16.3mm x 10.4mm deep, including the pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNice weight example, it weighs 4.40g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'15ct tag`  to the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful piece of antique jewellery, not only a collector's item, but will also look stunning against a blouse, tie, or cravat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: Overall excellent, with some very light wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique item, making it an excellent value for your money when compared to a new equivalent. \u003cbr\u003eThe settings are in good condition and can be worn every day (with respect!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e_________________________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLAYAWAY: We happily offer layaway\/deposits on the majority of our items. Please send us a message if you would like to arrange a layaway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSHIPPING: Postage is complimentary.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAll items are packed in a quality gift box and are sent securely within 1-3 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf purchasing a ring, sizing is complimentary unless stated otherwise in the listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUK customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOverseas customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Tracked and\/or Signed. FedEx for some more valuable items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFeel free to contact us for any further information or discuss this piece; our phone number is 01243 868887 (shop hours, closed Wednesdays and Sundays).\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe ship worldwide every other day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFollow the link below to favourite our shop to keep up to date with all our new listings :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/shop\/NicholasJewellersCo?ref=seller-platform-mcnav\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55364999774534,"sku":"M4653","price":775.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/6662\/5350\/files\/IMG_1902_edited.jpg?v=1762271099","url":"https:\/\/nicholasandco.co.uk\/products\/antique-15ct-gold-prospectors-brooch-old-cut-diamond","provider":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}