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14kt yellow gold sunburst pin with round diamond center, prong-set
14kt yellow gold sunburst diamond pendant on a fine chain
14kt yellow gold sunburst diamond pin on black V-neck top
14kt yellow gold sunburst pin with round diamond center, prong-set
14kt yellow gold sunburst diamond pendant on a fine chain
14kt yellow gold sunburst diamond pin on black V-neck top

C. 1950 Vintage .20 Carat Diamond Sunburst Pin/Pendant in 14kt Yellow Gold

$2,195
C. 1950. Radiate Retro-era vibes with this lively Estate collection pin/pendant! Features a fiery .20 carat round brilliant-cut diamond at t…

Item 252366

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All weights and measurements are approximate. Most gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty and may require special care.

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A Storied Heritage

Retro jewelry is bold, sculptural, and gold-dominant because of World War II. Platinum was reserved for military use, and stone materials were scarce. Designers responded by going larger in form and maximizing visual impact with what they had. The aesthetic came from constraint, not abundance.

Quality & Value

A Safety Hook clasp is appropriate for fine jewelry because it adds security without lowering the construction standard. It is used in high-end and estate pieces where the closure must protect value and still meet the quality of the design.

Visually Speaking

The sunburst is a specific sun rendering: radiating rays extending symmetrically from a central disc or stone. It appeared prominently in Baroque and Victorian jewelry and has remained in continuous use since. The form works because the geometry is immediately resolved and the central stone anchors it without requiring additional visual support.

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