16th Sep, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST
A Victorian Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond and Split Pearl Butterfly Brooch
set throughout with round and oval cut sapphires and rubies, split pearls and rose cut diamonds, in white and yellow claw settings
measures 4.7cm by 3.5cm
Sold for £600
Estimated at £500 - £700
The brooch is in fair condition commensurate with age. It fastens with a detachable pin and C-hook catch. It bears no hallmark nor stamp but in our opinion would test as gold and silver. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; caratweight 0.25, colour I/J/K, clarity SI1/SI2/I1. Gross weight 15.5 grams. CR made 27.07.23.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 16th Sep, 2023
Jewellery, Watches & Silver Sales bring together a wide a range of affordable period and modern jewellery, vintage and collectable watches, and silver from the 18th to 21st century.
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