11th Feb, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST

Antiques & Interiors

 
  Lot 131
 

131

A Multi-Gem Set Butterfly Brooch, with a split pearl set body, round cut ruby set eyes and wings set throughout with rose cut diamonds, round cut sapphires and round cut rubies, in white and yellow claw settings, total estimated diamond weight 0.20 carat approximately, measures 3.7cm by 2.8cm

Sold for £300
Estimated at £200 - £300


 

The brooch is in good condition. It fastens with a pin and c-hook which is removeable by a screw fitting and features a safety chain. It bears no hallmark nor stamp but in our opinion would test as white fronted gold. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; colour I/J/K, clarity SI2/I1/I2. Gross weight 9.6 grams. CR made 21.11.22.

 


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Auction: Antiques & Interiors, 11th Feb, 2023

To include part II of a private collection of lever and verge pocket watches, fob watches and pocket watch chains.

The popular fortnightly Antiques and Interiors Sales attract a loyal following of regular buyers and they are a good source of 20th and 21st century collectables. Including a mix of affordable traditional art and antiques, jewellery, watches and more the Antiques and Interiors Sales are a great place for novice buyers to begin their collection.

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