TWO DIAMOND BROOCHES, CIRCA 1900

Comprising: a brooch of flower spray design set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, fitted case Collingwood Ltd, 46 Conduit St.W., circa 1900, one diamond deficient; together with a bar brooch millegrain-set with a line of cushion-shaped diamonds to a scroll engraved mount, Early 20th Century.

Flower Brooch: Mounted in silver and gold. Central flower mounted en tremblant, diamonds of mixed colours and clarities, one small stone deficient from leaf. Rotating safety catch. Appears to have been recently cleaned, blemish to metal to reverse. Bar Brooch: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 7.50 - 8.50 carats, of mixed colours and clarities. Safety catch to pin a little loose. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. Both pieces in good condition.
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