Victorian 9 Carat Gold, Silver, Diamond and Pearl Pair of Birds Brooch

An antique Victorian brooch featuring two birds perched together on a gold branch, pavé-set with mixed old European and rose-cut diamonds. Each bird's eye is accented with a small ruby, and pearls are mounted at either end of the bar. Crafted in 9 carat yellow gold with silver settings, this brooch is a fine example of romantic 19th-century design symbolism.

Dimensions
Width: 4.1cm
Height: 1.1cm
Weight: 4.28 grams

Specifications
Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold and Silver
Period/Era: Circa 1880's
Maker/Origin: Not specified
Primary Stones: Diamonds (Old European and Rose Cuts, 52 pcs total)
Secondary Stones: 2 Pearls, approximately 3 mm each
Accent Stones: Ruby eyes, 2 pcs (approximately 1 mm each)
Mount/Setting: Pavé and collet settings on silver-topped gold bar
Hallmarks/Marks: Not specified

Diamond Details
Cut: Old European and Rose Cut mix
Quantity: 52
Approximate Per-stone Weight: 0.01-0.03 carats
Approximate Total Carat Weight: 0.78 - 1.56 carats range (est. total approx. 1.00 ct)
Colour: F-H
Clarity: VS-SI
Setting: Pavé

Gemstone Details
Stone: Pearl
Quantity: 2
Size: Approximately 3 mm each
Colour: Cream-white
Lustre: Fine
Shape: Round
Treatment: Not specified

Condition Report 
Light surface wear consistent with age; pearls well-matched; diamonds securely set; slight patina to silver; pin mechanism in good working order