Thursday 12 April 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 275

Thursday 12 April 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 275

Lot 465

Lot 465

A late Victorian silver and gold gem-set bee brooch.

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Lot 465

Lot Description

A late Victorian silver and gold gem-set brooch. The rose-cut diamond bee, with cultured pearl thorax and circular ruby cabochon eyes. Length 2.8cms. Total weight 3.8gms.

Postage: Auction Default

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<li>Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>Diamonds well matched.

<li>Diamonds bright.<p>

<li>Individual size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate carat weight, colour and clarity assessment.<p>

<li>Rubies are medium red, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>

<li>Rubies are well matched, in good condition, with minor abrasions.<p>

<li>Cultured pearl is a creamy white colour, with rose and greenish overtone, in good condition.

<li>Without the aid of laboratory equipment, it has not been possible to determine if the cultured pearl is from a fresh or saltwater source.

<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 Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>


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