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79 - A late Victorian silver, gold and diamond swallow brooch With ruby eyes.
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A late Victorian silver, gold and diamond swallow brooch With ruby eyes. Estimated total diamond weight 1.50ct, G-H colour, predominantly VS clarity. Length 3.2cm. 6.1gm. Together with a presentation case dated 1918. Surface scratches and minor marks. Small dents to the wing and tail tips. Two diamond points deficient to wing tips. One modern brilliant-cut diamond replacement, yellow glue visible. One diamond with shallow chip. Diamonds appear bright and well matched. Rubies appear a well matched medium pinky red. Brooch fittings are detachable. Case is circular, diameter 8.2cm. Gilt wording to lid reads 'From Hermione Vivian to her goddaughter Esme Constance Vivian, 1918.' 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
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