Lot 80
An early 20th century diamond and ruby butterfly brooch. Of openwork design, with cushion-shape...
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Lot 80
An early 20th century diamond and ruby butterfly brooch. Of openwork design, with cushion-shape...
Lot 80
Lot Description
An early 20th century diamond and ruby butterfly brooch. Of openwork design, with cushion-shape ruby body, alternately set similarly-cut ruby and old-cut diamond line abdomen and similarly-set wings. Estimated total diamond weight 2.50 to 3cts. Length 4.5cms. Weight 17.5gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good. Some surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Diamond bright.
<li>Principal diamonds estimated I-J colour, SI-P1 clarity.
<li>Individual size and setting of smaller diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Ruby medium purplish red, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Principal rub estimated dimensions 5 by 4.6mms, depth restricted by setting.
<li>Most rubies in good condition, few with abrasion and nicks, one significantly chipped.
<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 Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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