A Georgian gold emerald, old-cut diamond and black enamel mourning brooch for the self-styled...

<li>Overall condition good.
<li>Replacement 19th century engraved star surround.
<li>Replacement clasp.
<li>Script reads 'H F [ID?] Widdrington Ob' 27 Aug' 1774 Ad 74'.
<li>Diamonds appear relatively bright and well matched.

<li>Diamonds size and setting prevents accurate assessment of colour and clarity. Few appear P1 clarity.

<li>Emerald in clsoed back setting, presumed foil back and apepars a bright, vibrant, slightly bluish green hue.
<li>Emerald shows minor nicks.
<li>Surround electronically tests as approximately 15ct gold.
<li>Centre electronically tests as approximately 10ct gold.

<li>Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
<li>Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.

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