Ruby, enamel and diamond demi-parure, circa 1900, with later modifications

Comprising: a bazuband composed of a graduated series of plaques depicting peacock motifs, applied with polychrome enamel and lasqué-cut diamonds, suspending similarly set floral motifs and ruby beads, can also be worn as a choker; and a pair of earrings en suite, post, butterfly and hinged back fittings, part illustrated.

Mounted in gold, (filled) total weight approximately 254 grams. Some wear to enamel commensurate with age, diamonds bright and lively with mixed colours and clarities. Earrings with later fittings to reverse, possibly later adapted from necklace pendants. Overall good condition
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