42 - A late Victorian silver and gold, diamond, pearl and ruby honeymoon brooch The bouton pearl and diamond flower, with diamond and ruby crescent moon surround, to the ruby terminal knife-edge bar.

A late Victorian silver and gold, diamond, pearl and ruby honeymoon brooch The bouton pearl and diamond flower, with diamond and ruby crescent moon surround, to the ruby terminal knife-edge bar. Estimated total diamond weight 0.55ct. Length 5.2cm. 11.6gm. Surface scratches and minor marks. General discolouration. Possible replacement clasp, slight discolouration at join. One replacement synthetic ruby. Diamonds appear bright and fairly well matched. Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment. Rubies appear a well matched slightly purplish through moderately purplish red. One ruby with minor nibbles. Ruby to the terminal of the knife-edge bar calculated weight of 0.35ct, based on estimated dimensions of 4.3 by 4.2 by 2.1mm. Electronically tests to reverse as approximately 13ct gold. Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns. Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email jewellery@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment. 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 Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk