Lot 70
A mid Victorian 18ct gold diamond and turquoise brooch.
Description
Condition Report
A mid Victorian 18ct gold diamond and turquoise brooch. Of geometric design, the alternating old-cut diamond and calibre-cut turquoise stepped pear-shape clusters, with old-cut diamond tapered line highlights and calibre-cut turquoise surmount. Length 3.3cms. Weight 7.5gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
- Signs of adaption, soft solder visible near pin setting.
- Diamonds well matched.
- Diamonds bright.
- Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
- Diamonds with small inclusions, some with small nicks to the surface.
- Turquoise are fairly well matched, medium greenish-blue colour.
- Turquoise are in good condition with minor abrasions, few small nicks.
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