Lot 25
A late Victorian 15ct gold diamond and ruby horseshoe brooch, circa 1880.
Description
Condition Report
A late Victorian 15ct gold diamond and ruby horseshoe brooch, circa 1880. The slightly tapered horseshoe, inset with alternating oval-shape ruby and old-cut diamonds. Length 1.8cms. Weight 3.3gms.
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Purchasing information-
The lot is in good overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. Base metal pin and pin hinge, possible replacements. The diamonds appear bright and well matched, estimated total diamond weight 0.07ct. Individual diamonds too small to accurately assess colour/clarity grades. Please see important notices for purchasers in the catalogue and on our website for Coloured Gemstones. The rubies are a well matched medium deep purplish red hue. Minor abrasion. Very slight wear to the gilt finish.