A 19th century diamond crescent brooch, possibly by Wartski,...

Hammer

£3,200

A 19th century diamond crescent brooch, possibly by Wartski, the triple crescent brooch set with graduated old cut diamonds within white metal fronted cut down setting edge, yellow metal to reverse with hinge pin, within fitted Wartski box stamped 'By appointment Wartski Ltd, 33 Mostyn Street, Llandudno & 138 Regent Street, London' (space for possible pendant bale) total diamond weight estimated 3ct, 4cm wide, 9gms

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Largest diamond weight estimated 0.35ct
No hallmarks present to piece.
Possible area of repair to reverse (see image)
All diamonds present, appear bright and lively to naked eye.
Smaller diamonds appear to draw a little colour, this may be down to the metal drawing light.
Metal is tarnished and would benefit from a clean.
Inclusions seen to the majority of diamonds, varying in size, all seen with x10 loupe.
Setting in good condition with minor signs of wear commensurate with age and use.
Behind largest diamond there is lead solder and built up area of metal, possibly where a fitting could have been screwed in.
Hinge pin is a little stiff but in working order.
Catch doesn't appear to fix in place, may require attention.
Box with areas of compression and signs of wear.
Vacant areas of box, possibly for pendant bale/screwdriver to remove fitting.
Diamonds are of various cuts and a few appear to have minor nibbles commensurate with age and use.