An early 20th century 18ct gold and platinum synthetic ruby and diamond bar brooch. Designed as a series of square-shape synthetic ruby and old-cut diamond lines, to the scroll engraved sides. Estimated total diamond weight 0.40ct. Length 7cms. Weight 5.1gms.
Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches in keeping with general age and wear. Small localised areas discolouration. The synthetic rubies have light surface scratches and nibbles to the facet edges. Four synthetic rubies have small chipped areas. Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones. 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 Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows. co. uk. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies 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.