拍品 168
  • 168

EMERALD, RUBY AND DIAMOND BROOCH, 1760S COMPOSITE

估價
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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描述

designed as an openwork floral spray, set with rose diamonds of near colourless, yellow and brown tints, and mixed cut rubies and emeralds, all in closed settings, later brooch fitting, fitted case

來源

A wedding gift from Helen Mary Smith (1870-1955) to Lady Smith

Condition

Tarnish and discolouration to foil visible beneath stones. Stones with some surface wear and small chips. Evidence of solder to reverse and some tarnish to silver setting. Brooch fitting later. Measures approximately 61 x 40mm, gross weight approximately 20.3 grams. Fitted case. Aside from surface wear to stones, overall condition good.
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