Lot 118
A late 19th century gold gem-set clover brooch. The three-leaf clover, with circular-cut...
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Lot 118
A late 19th century gold gem-set clover brooch. The three-leaf clover, with circular-cut...
Lot 118
Lot Description
A late 19th century gold gem-set clover brooch. The three-leaf clover, with circular-cut diamond, cushion-shape ruby and sapphire highlights and central seed pearl, to the grooved stem with split pearl clover off-shoot. Estimated diamond weight 0.10ct. Length 4.2cms. Weight 4.5gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches and discolouration in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Later safety chain loop added (safety chain deficient) with slight soft solder visible.
<li>Diamond bright with small, scattered inclusions.
<li>Seed pearl untested for natural origin.
<li>Seed and split pearls well matched.
<li>Size and setting of diamond prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Ruby is a deep red hue. Sapphire is a medium deep blue hue. Typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Stones in good condition with minor abrasions.<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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