Diamond brooch, late 19th century,

Designed as an eagle, set with circular-cut diamonds with a ruby eye, one diamond deficient, detachable brooch pin, fitted case by Carrington & Co, 130 Regent Street, applied with the crowned monogram for the Marquis of Anglesey.

Cf: Peter Townend, "Burke's Peerage, Baronetage and Knightage", London 1967, pages 72 to 78.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Ruby of purplish red, typical inclusions visible under magnification. Total diamond weight approximately 25.00-30.00 carats, estimated colour G-I, estimated clarity VS-SI on average. One diamond deficient. Brooch pin secure. Fitted case by Carrington & Co, 130 Regent Street, applied with the crowned monogram for the Marquis of Anglesey.
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Four similarly designed eagles are depicted on the Anglesey Arms.