Lot 33
An early 20th century gold gem-set brooch. The oval-shape pink topaz and old-cut diamond ray...
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Lot 33
An early 20th century gold topaz, diamond and split pearl brooch
Lot 33
Lot Description
An early 20th century gold gem-set brooch. The oval-shape pink topaz and old-cut diamond ray cluster, to the alternating circular-shape pink topaz and pearl halo with rose-cut diamond accents. Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 0.40ct. Length 3.1cms. Weight 9.3gms. Pearls untested.
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Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>One claw slightly pulled away and fairly worn to central pink topaz setting.
<li>One replacement brilliant-cut diamond to rose-cut diamond accent surround.
<li>Some replacement Pearls, one with drill hole visible.
<li>Possible replacement topaz.
<li>One replacement pink sapphire to the surround.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Diamonds bright.
<li>Individual size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate weight estimation.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
<li>Old-cut diamonds appear clean with few small dark inclusions noticeable under 10x magnification. Topaz are a fairly well matched light pink to purplish pink hue, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.
<li>One topaz appears significantly more included.
<li>Topaz in good condition with minor abrasions.
<li>Pearls untested for natural origin.
<li>Pearls are a varied grey to creamy white and pinkish white colour, with rose and greenish overtones.
<li>Pearls varied in size, measuring approximately 2.7 to 3.2mms.
<li>Pearls in good to fair condition, some with discolouration, nacre damage and pitting.
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<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
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