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Lot 3

Lot 3

A Victorian novelty natural pearl and gem-set fly.

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Lot 3

Lot Description

A Victorian novelty natural pearl and gem-set fly. The natural cream and gold pearl body, with circular-shape ruby eyes and old-cut diamond wings, suspended from a later bar. With report 5776-4035 from GCS, dated 16th December 2015, stating natural saltwater. Brooch with hallmarks for Birmingham, 1916. Length of bar 3.5cms. Total weight 3.6gms.


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

<li>Some areas of discolouration to replacement jump ring.

<li>Chain and brooch later to the fly.

<li>The lot appears to have been put together from early 20th century components, some replacement gemstones.

<li>Diamonds fairly well matched.

<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>

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

<li>The rubies are in good condition and well matched.

<li>Very minor scratches and blemishes to the pearls.

<li>See pearl report for full details.

<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>

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