An Art Deco diamond, sapphire and emerald bow brooch, the ce...

Hammer

£2,200

An Art Deco diamond, sapphire and emerald bow brooch, the central round old cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 - 0.25 carats, bezel set with a bow shaped surround set with old cut diamonds, interspersed by baguette cut sapphires and emeralds, all set in white metal, with hinged and safety loop fastening to reverse, 65mm wide, weight 10.7gms (at fault)

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Evidence of moderate solder and glue repair to the reverse, some solder and glue visible to the front (see pictures). Some stones have had bars added to the reverse to secure them (see pictures). The safety loop fastening appears to be a later replacement. All stones are present and appear secure, though there is some gapping between the stones. Principle diamond secure. There is an inclusion near the surface of the table of the principle diamond, and a radiating crack emanating from the inclusion has reached the surface. Several of the sapphires and emeralds show chipping/moderate abrasion. The diamonds appear largely in good order, showing general scratching and wear commensurate with age and use, and some with minor nibbling. There is moderate thinning and some splitting to the frame, particularly at the joins. Pin in working order. See pictures for further illustration.