Sapphire and Diamond Brooch | Centering an Oval-shaped Sapphire Within a Scalloped Frame Set with Round and Old European
At a glance
Shape
Oval, Round Brilliant
Carat
On Request
Colour
On Request
Clarity
On Request
Metal
Platinum
Platinum has long been the metal of choice for jewelers working with fine coloured stones, prized for a strength that allows for delicate, intricate settings without sacrificing structural security — and this brooch shows that quality clearly. An oval-shaped sapphire sits centered within a scalloped frame, itself set with round and old European-cut diamonds, the entire piece mounted in platinum and measuring approximately 1⅛ by 1 inch, a scale substantial enough to read as a genuine centerpiece rather than a subtle accent.
The scalloped frame is worth pausing on as a design choice: rather than a simple round or geometric halo, a scalloped edge introduces a rhythmic, wave-like border around the central sapphire, a detail that requires precise, repeated craftsmanship to keep each scallop uniform in size and diamond placement. Old European-cut diamonds worked into that frame add a further layer of period character — this cutting style, predating the modern round brilliant, produces a warmer, more romantic sparkle that pairs particularly well with platinum's cool, bright finish. Together, the scalloped frame and diamond cut style suggest a piece from an era when jewelers took evident pride in ornamental detail beyond what strict symmetry would require.
Total carat weight and the sapphire's specific colour and clarity grade are not confirmed in our archive record, so both remain on request, available in full once you speak with our advisors directly. At roughly an inch across, this brooch has genuine presence without tipping into the oversized statement territory of larger showpieces — a scale that suits both a lapel and the shoulder of a fitted gown equally well, giving it more everyday versatility than some of the more dramatic pieces in our collection.
As a brooch, its dimensions and platinum construction make it well suited to regular wear: fastened to a blazer for daytime polish, pinned to an evening wrap, or worn at the collarbone on a simple dress to let the scalloped frame catch light against plain fabric. The pin's fitting is built for that kind of consistent use; our advisors can speak further to the mechanism and any conversion options, should you wish to explore pendant wear.
Independent gemological certification is available should you wish to review it. This brooch is a Legacy creation, offered with full transparency and the documentation our clients rightly expect.
We would be glad to discuss this piece further — its dimensions, its platinum scalloped frame, and how it might suit your wardrobe. Please reach out for a private conversation at your convenience.
Specifications
- Metal: Platinum
- Cut / Shape: Oval, Round Brilliant
- Gemstones: Sapphire
- Carat Weight
- On Request
- Shape
- Oval, Round Brilliant
- Color
- On Request
- Clarity
- On Request
- Metal
- Platinum
- Certification
- GIA / IGI / HRD on request
- Treatment
- None · Natural
- Reference Number
- LD-BR-0291
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Care — a soak in warm water with mild soap restores light return; have the prongs inspected annually.
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Platinum has long been the metal of choice for jewelers working with fine coloured stones, prized for a strength that allows for delicate, intricate settings without sacrificing structural security — and this brooch shows that quality clearly. An oval-shaped sapphire sits centered within a scalloped frame, itself set with round and old European-cut diamonds, the entire piece mounted in platinum and measuring approximately 1⅛ by 1 inch, a scale substantial enough to read as a genuine centerpiece rather than a subtle accent.
The scalloped frame is worth pausing on as a design choice: rather than a simple round or geometric halo, a scalloped edge introduces a rhythmic, wave-like border around the central sapphire, a detail that requires precise, repeated craftsmanship to keep each scallop uniform in size and diamond placement. Old European-cut diamonds worked into that frame add a further layer of period character — this cutting style, predating the modern round brilliant, produces a warmer, more romantic sparkle that pairs particularly well with platinum's cool, bright finish. Together, the scalloped frame and diamond cut style suggest a piece from an era when jewelers took evident pride in ornamental detail beyond what strict symmetry would require.
Total carat weight and the sapphire's specific colour and clarity grade are not confirmed in our archive record, so both remain on request, available in full once you speak with our advisors directly. At roughly an inch across, this brooch has genuine presence without tipping into the oversized statement territory of larger showpieces — a scale that suits both a lapel and the shoulder of a fitted gown equally well, giving it more everyday versatility than some of the more dramatic pieces in our collection.
As a brooch, its dimensions and platinum construction make it well suited to regular wear: fastened to a blazer for daytime polish, pinned to an evening wrap, or worn at the collarbone on a simple dress to let the scalloped frame catch light against plain fabric. The pin's fitting is built for that kind of consistent use; our advisors can speak further to the mechanism and any conversion options, should you wish to explore pendant wear.
Independent gemological certification is available should you wish to review it. This brooch is a Legacy creation, offered with full transparency and the documentation our clients rightly expect.
We would be glad to discuss this piece further — its dimensions, its platinum scalloped frame, and how it might suit your wardrobe. Please reach out for a private conversation at your convenience.
Specifications
- Metal: Platinum
- Cut / Shape: Oval, Round Brilliant
- Gemstones: Sapphire
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