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Antique & Modern Jewellery 08/12/2016
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Lot 393

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A 1940s diamond and ruby double clip brooch.

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Description

Condition Report

A 1940s diamond and ruby double clip brooch. Of tri-colour design, each clip comprising a circular-cut diamond flower, with similarly-cut diamond and vari-shape ruby bud surrounds, gathered to a calibre-cut ruby stem and vari-cut diamond ribbon, one clip with bird accent. Estimated total diamond weight 3cts, H-J colour, VS2-SI1 clarity. Length 8.5cms. Weight 55.4gms.

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Purchasing information

  • Overall condition good. Some surface scratches/ wear, minor discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.



  • Diamonds bright and well matched.


  • Individual size and setting of most diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.

  • Diamonds graded within the limitations of the mounts, some grades may vary.

  • Rubies are a well matched slightly purplish red hue, the various cuts varying in tone and saturation.

  • Pear-shape ruby estimaqted dimensions 7 by 6.5 by 3.5mms.

  • Stones in good condition with minor abrasions.


  • Bird probably deficient gem from its eye, moderate discolouration to the bird, possibly re-attached.

  • Sapphire is a light medium blue hue.



  • Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.

  • The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or  elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.


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  • 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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