17th Sep, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST
the cushion shaped amethyst within a border of split pearls, in yellow claw settings; the cushion shaped citrine within a border of split pearls, in yellow claw settings; and the oval cut brown topaz within a border of split pearls, in yellow claw settings
length 2.2cm, 2.6cm and 2.3cm respectively
Sold for £300
Estimated at £200 - £300
The brooches are in fair condition with surface scratches evident throughout. The amethyst and the topaz examples have later catches. Amethyst and citrine with pin and C-hooks, topaz with a pin and revolver catch. The citrine example is stamped '9CT', the others bear no hallmark nor stamp. The topaz is closed set. Gross weight 18.1 grams. CR made 28.07.22.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 17th Sep, 2022
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