Fine 18K Diamond Ruby & 8.50ct tw Mystery Invisible Set Blue Sapphire Bee Brooch

Mystery setting (also known as invisible setting) was originally created by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1933. An amazing technique crafted only by a skillful hand of paving precious stones without any visible claws, the gems themselves take the "center stage" in the creation.

This superb quality bee brooch that does not fall short of Van Cleef and Arpels quality set in the body and head with forty-nine (49) natural blue sapphires with a total weight of 8.50ct. Gorgeous spread wings paved with the total of twenty-eight (28) round brilliant diamonds totaling 1.10ct. The bee is further enhanced with two (2) cabochon ruby eyes, totaling 0.12ct.

Super fine quality, exceptional craftsmanship, incredible jewel!

The underside completed with pin fitting and clasp with safely. Stamped "750" for 18K

Condition:

Excellent, as new

Dimensions:

Brooch measure: 1" (25mm) long x 1 9/16" (40mm) wide at wing spread

Stones:

Sapphires: 49 square shaped in mystery setting, totaling 8.50ct, dark blue color

Diamonds: 28 round brilliant diamonds, totaling 1.10ct, color: F-G, clarity: VS range

Rubies: 2 cabochon rubies, totaling 0.12ct

Brooch gross weight: 11.6 grams