Antique Gold and Diamond Pendant/Brooch

Description:

Antique Gold and Diamond Pendant/Brooch, c. 1860-70, the cross set with old mine-cut diamonds, approx. total wt. 2.50 cts., lg. 1 1/4 in.

Provenance: The descendants of Alice Larkin Toulmin.

Note: Alice Larkin Toulmin famously restored her grandfather's early 19th century home in Monterey, California. The Larkin House is now a museum and considered the prototype for Monterey Colonial architecture.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Tests for 18kt.


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