Lot 6
  • 6

Opal and diamond brooch, circa 1900, and ruby and diamond pendant

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • diamond, ruby, metal, opal
A brooch, set with a heart-shaped opal and framed with circular-cut diamonds, and a heart-shaped locket pavĂ©-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and a pear-shaped ruby, with glazed locket to the reverse.

Exhibited

The Jewellery Museum Vicenza, Symbol Room, 1st Edition 2015-2016.

Condition

Pendant: pear-shaped ruby, mid purplish red. Diamonds bright and lively. Glazed compartment in good condition and secure. Scratches to surface consistent with wear. In good condition. Brooch: opal with red, green and blue play of colour. Diamonds lively and bright. Brooch slightly bent on one side. Pin fitting secure. Surface scratches consistent with wear. In good condition considering age and wear.
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