Antique 18th century Portuguese cluster citrine and chrysoberyl brooch, in excellent antique condition with minor wear of sign-BO0031 Dating to the 1780s, this antique Portuguese brooch is a rare find, especially in such exceptional antique condition. Its timeless cluster design remains elegant and wearable today. This brooch was originally a luxurious garment button and was later converted into a brooch, most likely in the late 19th century. The natural, untreated chrysoberyls were mined in Minas Gerais, then part of Portuguese Brazil. These gemstones were prized in fine Portuguese jewelry during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. As the mines were eventually exhausted, antique Portuguese chrysoberyl jewelry became increasingly rare and is now highly sought after by collectors. All gemstones have been carefully examined under magnification and tested with professional gemological equipment. We guarantee their authenticity, so you can purchase with confidence. GENERAL INFO: • 19.2k gold • Citrine 11.5x10.5mm • Chrysoberyl 3.5mm wide • Brooch size: 21.5 × 21.5 mm • Weight: 6.75 g This vintage / antique jewelry brooch is ready to wear or be offered as a gift. I believe you will love it as much as I do. If you need more pictures, videos or information about this antique / vintage jewelry piece, please contact me. For this item, we accept layaway payment with the following terms: A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve and secure the purchase. The remaining 70% must be paid within 4 months. If payment is not completed within this time, the layaway plan is considered a failure and the item will be automatically relisted in the shop. Any payments made, except for the 30% down payment, will be transferred to your shop credit. Items purchased under the layaway plan is final sale, cannot be returned or exchanged. If you require a layaway plan, please contact us before confirming your purchase. Please note that all antique, vintage, and estate jewelry pieces may show some time-worn imperfections. We appreciate these imperfections as they are an important part of their charm. We kindly ask that you understand what you are purchasing before confirming your order. Thank you. Item#BO0031