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Antique & Modern Jewellery 21/02/2019
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Lot 285

A late Victorian gold and silver diamond, sapphire, ruby and split pearl butterfly brooch.

Description

Condition Report

A late Victorian gold and silver, diamond and gem-set butterfly brooch. The split pearl body, with ruby eyes, to the rose-cut diamond, vari-shape sapphire and ruby wings. Length 3.8cms. Weight 8.9gms.

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Purchasing information
  • Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
  • A few gems possible replacements.
  • Brooch fitting does not screw down, has been soldered solid.
  • Evidence of alterations to reverse towards top.
  • Diamonds fairly well matched.
  • Individual cut, size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate weight, colour and clarity assessment.

  • Stones in good to fair condition with some abrasions.

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  • Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.

  • For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk

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