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DIAMOND BROOCH, 1880s

Estimate
1,600 - 1,800 GBP
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Description

Designed as a crescent moon encasing a five-pointed star, set throughout with circular- and rose-cut diamonds, detachable brooch fittings, hair pin fittings, fitted case by Sharman O'Neill, Belfast.

Condition

Mounted in silver and gold. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.50-3.50 carats, mixed colours and clarities, bright stones. Safety catch to pin fitting. Some slight tarnish to reverse not visible when worn. Velvet fitted case in very good condition, the base lifts out to reveal the en tremblant hair fitting, the pin slots into fitting. In very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."