£1,200
A pair of Victorian rose cut diamond and untested ruby insect earrings, the earrings realistically modelled as flies with cabochon ruby set eyes and rose cut diamond set white metal bodies, with yellow metal reverse and shepherd hook fittings, 1.2cm long, within an associated fitted case (at fault)
The shepherd hook to one earring is mishappen and 'off centre'
All diamonds present.
Setting worn commensurate with age and wear.
Shepherd hooks possibly a later replacement.
The legs to the earrings need attention, lacking the back legs to one and front legs to the other.
Earrings would benefit from a clean as discolouration is seen throughout.
Box is worn with major damage and scratches.
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