A late Victorian silver and gold, ruby and diamond crescent brooch. Comprising two graduated old-cut diamond and vari-cut ruby curved lines. Estimated total diamond weight 2.85cts, I-K colour, SI2-P2 clarity. Length 7.5cms. Weight 11.7gms.

Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

Some replacement gems.

Diamonds moderately well matched.

Individual size and setting of smaller diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.

Diamonds with dark and surface reaching inclusions. One diamond chipped.

Rubies are a fairly well matched pinkish red through to medium deep red hues, varied tone and saturation, with good to fair clarity and typical inclusions.

Rubies in good condition with minor abrasions.

Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.

The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.

Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.

For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk