Lot 5
  • 5

Diamond brooch, late 19th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • diamond, gold, silver
Designed as a floral spray, set with foiled back rose diamonds, the flowers mounted en tremblent.

Condition

Mounted in silver backed on gold. Rose cut diamonds are bright and lively, some stones with a pinkish brownish tint. Discoloration to the foil. Solder repair visible to reverse, some solder repaired areas detached. Later brooch pin fitting, closes securely. Surface scratches and dents on mount consistent with age and wear. Measuring approximately 142mm. Condition commensurate with age.
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