Lot 554
A mid 20th century 18ct gold gem-set floral brooch. The brilliant-cut diamond flower, within a...
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Lot 554
A mid 20th century 18ct gold gem-set floral brooch. The brilliant-cut diamond flower, within a...
Lot 554
Lot Description
A mid 20th century 18ct gold gem-set floral brooch. The brilliant-cut diamond flower, within a brilliant-cut diamond, circular-shape sapphire, ruby and emerald floral garland surround, with rope-twist detail. Estimated total diamond weight 0.50ct. Diameter 2.3cms. Weight 8.3gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot is in good to fair overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. Stamp indistinct, possibly 18ct. The central diamond floral cluster rotates freely and slightly wobbles on its axis. The diamonds appear bright and well matched. Individual diamonds too small to accurately assess colour/clarity grades. Please see important notices for purchasers in the catalogue for Coloured Gemstones. One of the emeralds is deficient. Most of the emeralds are a well matched bluish green hue, one appears significantly lighter. Moderate abrasion, typical surface reaching inclusions. The sapphires are a medium blue hue, one with a significant chip. moderate abrasion. The rubies are a well matched purplish red hue. Typical inclusions including small surface reaching cavities. Minor-moderate abrasion.
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