Lot 69
An early 20th century 9ct gold gem-set butterfly clip. With cushion-shape ruby and pearl body,...
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Lot 69
An early 20th century 9ct gold gem-set butterfly clip.
Lot 69
Lot Description
An early 20th century 9ct gold gem-set butterfly clip. With cushion-shape ruby and pearl body, red gem eyes and ruby, sapphire and split pearl hinged wings. Length 2.9cms. Weight 3.3gms. Pearl untested.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good. Some surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Clips in good working order, with evidence of a repair work/replacement.
<li>Ruby medium purplish red, fairly well saturated, with good to fair clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Sapphire medium blue, fairly well saturated, with good to fair clarity and typical inclusions.
<li>Stones in good to fair condition, some with chips and moderate abrasion, visible to aided eye.
<li>Split pearl untested for the natural colour origin.
<li>Cultured pearl irregular shape, with minor to moderate damage to the nacre.
<li>Stamped 9ct.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<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 Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk<p>
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