Lot 256
A late 19th century gold garnet split pearl and diamond brooch. The three rose-cut diamonds, to...
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Lot 256
A late 19th century gold garnet split pearl and diamond brooch.
Lot 256
Lot Description
A late 19th century gold garnet split pearl and diamond brooch. The three rose-cut diamonds, to the split pearl sides, with circular garnet cabochon and split pearl terminals. One split pearl deficient. Length 5.2cms. Weight 8.9gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li> Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches and minor discolouration in keeping with general wear. <p>
<li> Some gems likely replacement. <p>
<li> Brooch pin and hinge replacement. <p>
<li> Split pearls vary in colour and size. <p>
<li> Split pearls silvery grey, creamy to yellowish white, some show pink and green overtones, with good to fair lustre. <p>
<li> Split pearls in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges. <p>
<li> Garnets well matched. <p>
<li> Garnets medium dark purplish-red, well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions. <p>
<li> Garnets in good condition with some minor surface abrasion. <p>
<li> Cut and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents total carat weight estimation. <p>
<li> Diamonds well matched. <p>
<li> Diamonds bright and lively. <p>
<li> Light and dark coloured inclusions can be seen with magnification. <p>
<li> Diamonds in good condition with minor abrasions. <p>
<li> Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate and full colour and clarity assessment. <p>
<li> Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. <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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