Lot 49
Two late Victorian and Edwardian 9ct gold gem-set brooches.
Description
Condition Report
Two late Victorian and Edwardian 9ct gold gem-set brooches. To include a split pearl bar brooch with scrolling cannetille and bead drop accents to the ruby trefoil terminals, together with a diamond accent brooch. Hallmarks for Birmingham, 1898 and Chester, 1909. Lengths 4.8 and 4.4cms. Weight 5.2gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches and very slight, small dents in keeping with general age and wear.
- Base metal pins, possible replacements.
- Split pearls well matched.
- Rubies a deep medium slightly purplish red hue, well saturated, with x clarity and typical inclusions.
- Stones in good condition with minor abrasions, one ruby with small chip under one claw.
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