A 1940s 18ct gold ruby, synthetic ruby and diamond double clip brooch. French assay marks....

<li>Overall condition good.

<li>Ruby and diamond clusters appear to be later additions.

<li>Square-shape rubies to the central panels appear to be synthetic.

<li>Rubies to the cluster appear natural.

<li>Diamonds are rose-cut.

<li>Diamonds well matched.

<li>Diamonds bright.<p>

<li>Natural rubies are a well matched medium slightly purplish red hue, fairly well saturated, with some typical inclusions.<p>

<li>Synthetic rubies are a deep, vivid slightly purplish red hue, well saturated.

<li>Stones in good condition with some minor abrasions typical of age.<p>

<li>Width 2.5cms.

<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>