Lot 449
A mid 20th century diamond and synthetic ruby brooch. Of bi-colour design, the floral bouquet,...
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Lot 449
A mid 20th century diamond and synthetic ruby brooch. Of bi-colour design, the floral bouquet,...
Lot 449
Lot Description
A mid 20th century diamond and synthetic ruby brooch. Of bi-colour design, the floral bouquet, with old-cut diamond and vari-cut synthetic ruby detail. Estimated total diamond weight 0.75ct. Length 6.8cms. Weight 16.3gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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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 smaller flower is riveted allowing minor spin movement. The larger flower has been fixed in place.
<li>One of the back supporting wires is unattached and in need of repair. Soft solder visible to the surrounding area.
<li>Diamonds with noticeable inclusions, some chipped.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Some of the rubies in the stem section are believed to be natural not synthetic, however size and setting restrictions prevent further testing.
<li>Synthetic rubies are a pinkish-red hue, fairly well saturated, with good clarity.<p>
<li>Synthetic rubies in fair condition. Some with significant abrasion, chips and nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<p>
<li>Some synthetic rubies are slightly unaligned within the setting.
<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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