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Lot 201

Lot 201

A late Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch. Of openwork design, the oval-shape sapphire, with...

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Lot 201

Lot Description

A late Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch. Of openwork design, the oval-shape sapphire, with old-cut diamond scrolling foliate surround, suspending a similarly-cut diamond drop. Estimated dimensions of sapphire 7.7 by 6 by 4.2mms. Estimated total diamond weight 4.50 to 5cts. Four principal diamonds estimated I-J colour, SI1-P1 clarity. Length 5.3cms. Weight 14.1gms.

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

<li>Evidence of alterations and repair to mount, some gems possible replacements.<p>

<li>Diamonds fairly well matched, a few drawing more colour than the others, with varied inclusions, some of which may be surface reaching.

<li>Principal diamond in drop estimated tinted colour, SI clarity.<p>

<li>Six smaller diamonds are rose-cut, one is single-cut.<p>

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

<li>Sapphire is a medium to dark blue hue, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>

<li>Sapphire in good condition with minor abrasions and nibbles to the facet edges.<p>

<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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