A mid 20th century 9ct gold ruby hunting brooch. The textured fox head, with ruby eye accents, to the bi-colour riding crop bar. Maker's marks for Cropp & Farr. Hallmarks for London, 1969. Length 6cms. Weight 7.3gms.

Overall condition good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear. Small file nick to pin. Rubies are a well matched medium slightly purplish red hue. 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