An early 20th century gold gem-set insect brooch. Designed as a fly, the split pearl and...

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

<li>Noticeable wear to several claws.

<li>Brooch fitting misshapen, base metal.

<li>Some possible gem replacements.

<li>Split pearls are a white to creamy white body hue, with faint roses and greens overtones.  

<li>Split pearls in good condition.<p>

<li>Diameter of principal split pearl 3.3mms. Unable to assess depth due to setting.

<li>Sapphires are a purplish blue hue. Two sapphires slightly vary in tone and saturation.

<li>Sapphires in good to fair condition. Two with small nicks. <p>

<li>Estimated dimensions of principal sapphire 5 by 3.3 by 1.8mms.

<li>Rubies are a well matched, purplish red hue.

<li>Rubies in good condition with minor nicks.<p>

<li>Width (at widest) 32mms.

<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