Lot 4
An early Victorian gem-set brooch. Designed as a foil-back emerald and split pearl cluster, with...
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Lot 4
An early Victorian gem-set brooch. Designed as a foil-back emerald and split pearl cluster, with...
Lot 4
Lot Description
An early Victorian gem-set brooch. Designed as a foil-back emerald and split pearl cluster, with foil-back red gem accents, to the scrolling bifurcated bar and rose-cut diamond terminal. Length 3.2cms. Weight 3.3gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches and discolouration in keeping with general wear. Later converted into a brooch. The emerald is nicked to the surface. The red gems are possible synthetic rubies. Blisters and blemishes to surface of split pearls. The diamond accent is bright. Brooch pin and clasp are later replacements. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue or on our website for coloured gemstones.
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