Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Objects of Vertu

An early 19th century diamond brooch, set with an oval-cut diamond within a pierced lozenge-shaped surround with scroll and foliate detailing, set throughout with old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, suspending a detachable drop designed en suite, mounted in silver and gold, closed back settings throughout, total diamond weight very approximately 5.50 carats, length 5.4cm. £3,000-£5,000

Principal diamond approximately 1.40-1.50 carats, some chipping to the girdle, mostly hidden by setting, with yellow tint. The secondary stone is approximately 8.2 x 5.7mm; the collet setting is waisted, possibly to hide chipping to the sides of the stone. The remaining diamonds are all present. Variation in colour and cuts. Grey solder visible where pendant drop attached. The mount shows general light wear, commensurate with age. Later added safety chain.
Gross weight 13.7gm.