A bright Victorian pinchbeck Citrine Brooch. An oval cut Citrine gemstone weighing 25ct has been set in pinchbeck. Pinchbeck is an alloy of copper and zinc and was invented in the 18th Century to resemble gold. This large Citrine has excellent colour saturation and clarity, allowing it to catch the light beautifully.
Size: 32mm x 28mm, weight:11.6g.
Period: Victorian ( 1837 – 1901 ).
Layaway plans available.
