A late Victorian gold and silver split pearl, sapphire, ruby and diamond insect brooch, circa...

<li>Overall condition fair. Surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>replacement catch fitting.

<li>Discolouration visible to the reverse of the brooch and settings

<li>Diamonds fairly well matched.

<li>Cut and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents total carat weight estimation.

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

<li>Cracks and blemishes visible to some split pearls.

<li>Sapphires and rubies are well matched.

<li>Cabochon rubies have a weaker saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with magnification.

<li>Stones in fairly good condition, with some surface abrasion, small chip visible to one of the rubies.

<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>