Lot 488
An early 20th century gem-set insect brooch.
Description
Condition Report
An early 20th century gem-set insect brooch. Designed as two flies with ruby and seed pearl bodies and split-pearl wings, with a knife-edge bar and split-pearl trefoil terminals. AF. Length 4.2cms. Weight 3.3gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition fair. Surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and dents in keeping with general age and wear.
- Some split-pearls deficient.
- Rubies medium purplish-red, well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions.
- Split and seed pearls vary in appearance with silvery grey, creamy-white and white body colours and fair to muted lustre.
- Gems in good to fair condition with minor abrasions and some small nibbles.
- Stamped 15ct.
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