Lot 520
An early 20th century 18ct gold and silver gem-set and enamel Medical Corps regimental brooch.
Description
Condition Report
An early 20th century 18ct gold and silver gem-set and enamel Medical Corps regimental brooch. Designed as a Caduceus, the old, single and rose-cut diamond entwined serpents, with circular red-gem cabochon eyes, to the blue enamel wings and cultured pearl terminal. Estimated total old and single-cut diamond weight 0.10ct. Length 3.1cms. Weight 3.9gms. With associated case.
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Purchasing information-
Overall condition fair. Some surface wear and tarnishing in keeping with age. Significant sections of enamel deficient, remaining enamel with abrasion and chips. Red-gems in good condition with minor abrasion. Cultured pearl creamy white with rose and greenish overtones, possibly a replacement. Fairly good condition with some surface blemishes. Fairly good lustre. Diamonds fairly bright and well matched. Due to the nature of the rose-cut it is not possible to provide an accurate total rose-cut diamond weight. Individual size prevents accurate colour/clarity assessment. Minor inclusions visible under magnification. Diamonds in fair to good condition with some nicks.