Thursday 13 September 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 330

Thursday 13 September 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 330

Lot 459

Lot 459

A late Victorian gold ruby, diamond and rock crystal locket.

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Lot 459

Lot Description

A late Victorian gold ruby, diamond and rock crystal locket. The cushion-shape ruby and old-cut diamond star, inset to the circular rock crystal dome with blue enamel bead surround and surmount, suspended from a trace-link chain. Estimated dimensions of ruby 5 by 4.5mms. French assay marks. Length of pendant 3.8cms. Length of chain 45cms. Weight 21.6gms.

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<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>Glazed panel to reverse.

<li>Diamonds well matched.

<li>Diamonds bright.<p>

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

<li>Ruby possibly foil-back.

<li>Ruby appears a medium slightly pinkish red hue. Ruby with some small surface reaching inclusions.<p>

<li>Ruby in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>

<li>Rock crystal in good condition with minor abrasions.

<li>Enamel in fair condition, some parts deficient/ damaged.

<li>Glazed panel to reverse with some small scratches.

<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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