The opals have slightly variable play of colour, with subtle greens, pinks, oranges and pale blues to a whiteish ground, each measuring approximately 7mm diameter with surface wear, nicks and scuffs. Rubies have slightly variable pinkish-red hues, some stones with mineral, fissure and fracture inclusions, most stones with scattered chips, fractures and scuffs. Diamonds have slightly variable clarity but an overall bright and lively appearance, some stones with small chips/fractures, estimated SI1 to P1 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The mounts have surface wear, with slight thinning to the edges of the settings, the post fittings are later added/replaced and the butterflies are modern. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 3.6gm.

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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Nov, 2023

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Friday 10 November 10am - 4pm

Saturday 11 November 10am - 1pm

Monday 13 November 10am - 4pm

Tuesday 14 November 10am - 4pm

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