Lot 420
A late 19th century 9ct gold and silver ruby, diamond and split pearl brooch. The circular-shape...
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Lot 420
A late 19th century 9ct gold and silver ruby, diamond and split pearl brooch. The circular-shape...
Lot 420
Lot Description
A late 19th century 9ct gold and silver ruby, diamond and split pearl brooch. The circular-shape rubies and split pearls, within an old-cut diamond openwork lattice, to the old-cut diamond quarterly accents. Estimated total diamond weight 0.45ct. Length 2.5cms. Weight 6.6gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear and discolouration in keeping with general age and wear.<p>
<li>Replacement brooch fitting. There is a jump ring that could be used to attach a pendant surmount<p>
<li>Diamond fairly well matched.<p>
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Rubies medium pinkish-red, fairly well saturated, with fairly good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<p>
<li>Some possible replacement split pearls and diamonds.<p>
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>‘The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows.co.uk<p>
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