An early 20th century gold peridot and ruby necklace and a brooch. The necklace designed as two early 20th century panels, each designed as a series of five graduated rectangular-shape peridot, with oval-shape ruby intervals, to the later curb-link chain, together with a similarly designed lozenge-shape peridot and ruby brooch. Length of necklace 40cms. Length of brooch 4.6cms. Weight 46.2gms.
Overall condition fair. Surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and dents in keeping with general age and wear. Dents scratches and areas of discolouration to the panels and brooch. The early 20th century panels, were originally part of other pieces. Two rectangular-shape links have been added to the back of each panel for the later chain to pass through. There are areas of thread to the panels holding the panels and chain together. The brooch was possibly originally designed for another purpose, the back brooch fitting added at a later date. Original clasp fittings to each ebd are present. Ther peridot in the panels are well matched. The lozenge-shape peridot in the brooch is medium yellowish green, with a good saturation of colour. Minor abrasion to the peridot in places. The rubies are fairly well matched, some typical inclusions visible with the unaided eye. One ruby to the brooch is a possible replacement and does not match the other three. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. Chain stamped 15. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite 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. 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