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Lot 418

Lot 418

Victorian diamond and pearl bee and column brooch

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Lot 418

Lot Description

A late 19th century silver and gold brooch, depicting a baroque pearl, old-cut diamond and ruby bee on a white enamel and rose-cut diamond Corinthian column.

Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 0.50ct, G-I colour, VS clarity.
Length 2.7cms. 8.6gms.
Pearl untested for natural origin.

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: 8.6

Total lot weight: 0.04

Surface scratches and minor marks.
General significant discolouration.
Diamonds appear bright and well matched.
Individual size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate weight, colour and clarity assessment.
Ruby appears a bright pinky red.
Pearl untested for natural colour origin.
Pearl appears baroque, with a light creamy white hue, minimal overtones, good lustre.
Pearl estimated dimensions of 9 by 7.2 by 6mms.
Electronically tests to flat top of the column as approximately 15ct gold.
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.
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.
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.
Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email jewellery@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.
Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk

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