Silver-Topped Gold, Ruby and Diamond Tiara [黃金鍍銀鑲紅寶石配鑽石皇冠]

In good condition given the age of this piece, with numerous areas of solder to the mounting and areas of repair and discoloration to the silver topped gold. Some of the flower heads revolve partially in their mounting and a few springs are slightly loose. The diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 221.50 carats, the diamonds range from approximately G-M color and VS-I clarity. The rubies stated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00 carats are medium strongly purplish red, slightly included, with some abrasions to facet edges visible under 10x magnification. End-to-end length of frame 15½ inches. Gross weight approximately 128 dwts. Please note that due to the delicate nature of this piece, it needs to be handled with care. Please note that a petal is missing from one of the floral motifs to the side of the tiara and will not be replaced for the purchaser following the auction as previously stated.

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