Lot 271 , A Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch, late 19th century

A Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch, late 19th century, centring on an oval sapphire weighing approximately 4.50 carats, within a foliate oval surround set with circular-cut diamonds totalling approximately 4.00 carats, mounted in silver and gold, length approximately 3.8cm
£800-1,200

Condition:
Sapphire an attractive blue, typical inclusions, surface-reaching fissure through stone, some minor wear to setting, measuring approximately 10 x 7 x 8.5mm (proportionally a deep cut). Diamonds bright and attractive. Overall a beautiful example, nicely made, gross weight approximately 13 grams.

Sold for £2,600