A half pearl and diamond cluster bar brooch, centred with an old-cut diamond and half pearl flowerhead cluster, to a shaped and foliate scroll decorated bar with channels of further graduated half pearls, (possibly adapted, half pearls untested for origin), length 6.3cm
Sold for £200
Estimated at £150 - £250
A half pearl and diamond cluster bar brooch, centred with an old-cut diamond and half pearl flowerhead cluster, to a shaped and foliate scroll decorated bar with channels of further graduated half pearls, (possibly adapted, half pearls untested for origin), length 6.3cm
The mount is hollow, with surface wear throughout and occasional areas of porosity to solder seams at junctions within the frame. The back of the mount has an area of scratches/filing and the reverse of the diamond setting has a possible solder repair. The brooch pin is functioning but the safety clasp requires adjustment. The diamond is bright and lively, weighing approximately 0.12ct. Half pearls have surface wear with shallow blemishes and scuffs. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 8.1gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Nov, 2023
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