A Victorian gold, opal, emerald and ruby spider brooch. Opal estimated dimensions 18.8 by 11.6...

<li>Surface scratches. Varied discolouration.
<li>Wear to the gilt finish, predominantly to the legs.
<li>Emerald is in a closed, presumed foil back mount and appears a light slightly yellowish, bluish green.
<li>Opal has white through dark grey body colour, central area of matrix. Good to fair play of colour across a range of hues.
<li>Opal is cracked in two across the centre, small associated nicks/chips.
<li>Rubies are a well matched pinky red.
<li>Electronically tests as approximately 12ct 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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