Lot 28
An early 20th century platinum, diamond and seed pearl brooch. Of openwork design, the old-cut...
Thursday 14 April 2016 | 11:00 | Lots: 567
Lot 28
An early 20th century platinum, diamond and seed pearl brooch. Of openwork design, the old-cut...
Lot 28
Lot Description
An early 20th century platinum, diamond and seed pearl brooch. Of openwork design, the old-cut diamond collet, within a rose-cut diamond stylised floral lattice disc, to the seed pearl surround. Principal diamond estimated 0.40ct, I-J colour, VS clarity. Diameter 3.7cms. Total weight 8.2gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>The seed pearl surround is later, possible conversion.
<li>Fittings possibly later.
<li>Possible replacement gems.
<li>Soft solder and discolouration visible to the reverse.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Individual size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Old-cut diamond with slight yellow tint, no obvious inclusions under 10x.
<li>Seed pearls untested for natural origin.
<li>The surround supporting the seed pearls is slightly dented.
<li>Seed pearls with some discoloured glue/cement visible.
<li>The seed pearls are afairly well matched slightly yellowish cream hue.
<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>
Please login to request a condition report or ask more questions.