A gem-set novelty brooch. Designed as a cockerel, the baroque pearl body, with ruby facial detail, to the rose-cut diamond and ruby accent tail feathers. Some rubies are synthetic ruby replacements. Length 4cms. Weight 10.9gms.
Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general wear. Pearl has a crack down the 'body'. Diamond fairly well matched. Diamonds bright and lively. Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment. Rubies and synthetic rubies medium pinkish-red, fairly well saturated, with good to fair clarity and typical inclusions. Stones in good condition with minor abrasions. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. 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