Lot 42
A late Victorian gold, enamel and seed pearl bee brooch.
Description
Condition Report
A late Victorian gold, enamel and gem-set bee brooch. The striped black enamel and old-cut diamond bee, atop a seed pearl terminal pin. Estimated total diamond weight 0.45ct, H-I colour, SI clarity. Length 5.6cms. Weight 4gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
- Two of the bees legs with losses.
- Diamonds well matched.
- Principal diamonds with small, scattered inclusions, one with small nick and associated abrasion.
- Individual size and setting of smaller diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
- Enamel with some deep scratches and nicks.
- Length of bee 1.5cms.
- Cultured pearl shows slight discolouration.
- Later safety clasp added.
- 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 Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk
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