Lot 105
A late 19th century quartz and synthetic ruby brooch. The oval-shape dendritic quartz cabochon,...
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Lot 105
A late 19th century quartz and synthetic ruby brooch. The oval-shape dendritic quartz cabochon,...
Lot 105
Lot Description
A late 19th century quartz and synthetic ruby brooch. The oval-shape dendritic quartz cabochon, within a square-shape synthetic ruby surround. Length 1.6cms. Weight 2.9gms.
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Condition Report
<li> Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li> Soft solder alterations to the reverse of the brooch.
<li> Dendritic quartz panel cracked. <p>
<li> Synthetic rubies bright slightly pinkish-red, strong saturation clarity, with fair clarity and typical inclusions, some possibly replacements.<p>
<li> Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<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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