Lot 356 , Deakin & Francis, a pair of 18ct gold, cultured pearl and diamond brooches

Deakin & Francis, a pair of 18ct gold, cultured pearl and diamond brooches, each designed as a bee, their eyes and wings set with brilliant-cut diamonds, their abdomens set with a cultured pearl of black and white tint respectively, wingspans 3.1cm each, British hallmarks, maker's mark D&F for Deakin & Francis
£1,000-1,500

Condition:
Attractive and in good condition. Black cultured pearl drilled, reverse with an additional hole to nacre - not visible from the front. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carats. Combined gross weight 18 grams. Hallmarks Birmingham, 1994.