A plique-a-jour enamel and gem-set brooch. Depicting a lady in profile, with plique-a-jour enamel and red gem floral highlight, to the plique-a-jour enamel butterfly wing and labradorite cabochon scrolling antenna surround, suspending a freshwater cultured pearl. Length 5.5cms.

Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.

Ruby medium slightly purplish-red, well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions.

Labradorite with greyish-white bodycolour, and slight blue sheen, some profuse small black inclsuions cna be seen easily with the naked eye to both.

Stones in good condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.

Stamped 925.

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