Antique 1900 Jargoon Ruby Sapphire Silver Gilt Kondakoora Brooch
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This beautiful brooch is incredibly unusual, it is called a 'Kondakoora' hairpin. These pins were worn by women in Sri Lanka from the 18th century to the early 20th century. A 'kondakoora' is identified by the arrow shaped end and boteh shaped finial.
The pin is set in silver with highlights of silver gilt. Silver gilt is silver with a gold colour of the top. The piece is set with rose-cut jargoons, also known as 'Matara diamonds'. These pale blue stones were used to imitate diamonds but they are actually blue zircon. They sit alongside a ruby and four pink sapphires.
This piece would have been a hairpin and it was converted into a brooch.
ERA
1900
HALLMARKS
None, tested Silver
MEASUREMENT
The pin measures 9.7cm / 3.8" in length and 2.7cm / 1" in width.
WEIGHT
15.19g
CONDITION
The pin is in excellent antique condition.
SKU
5537
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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