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Lot 36

Lot 36

A diamond and gem-set brooch. Designed as a butterfly, set throughout with vari-cut rubies,...

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Lot 36

Lot Description

A diamond and gem-set brooch. Designed as a butterfly, set throughout with vari-cut rubies, sapphires and diamonds. Length 4.2cms. Weight 13.2gms.

Postage: Auction Default

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<li>Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.


<li>Rose-cut diamond fairly well matched.

<li>Rose-cut diamonds fairly bright.<p>

<li>Estimated total diamond weight under 0.10ct.<p>

<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>


<li>Rubies well matched with red to purplish red, fairly well saturated, with moderate clarity and typical inclusions, to include fine oriented needle inclusions and iron staining. Sapphires are well matched with a light hazy appearance and medium blue hue. Typical inclusions present.<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>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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