Sapphire and Diamond Double Clip Brooch, 1950

Sapphire and diamond double clip brooch, circa 1950, each of…
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Sapphire and diamond double clip brooch, circa 1950, each of scroll design, claw-set with a line of circular-cut sapphires framed by bead-set brilliant-cut diamonds, terminals highlighted with baguette sapphires, mounted in platinum, the sapphires and diamonds together weighing approximately 2.15 and 2.34 carats respectively, accompanied by a 9ct white gold fitting allowing the two brooches to be worn together, approximately 55 x 30 mm, inscribed 'Wendy'. Accompanied by a The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd. fitted box marked Wendy, 1950. Provenance: Sir Michael and Lady Turner, London. Private collection, Sydney, by descent from the above

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  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Claw Set Jewellery - The description "claw set" in jewellery refers to a setting where the gemstone is held in place by metal prongs that resemble claws. These prongs are bent over the edges of the gemstone to secure it in the setting. This type of setting is commonly used for diamonds and other precious stones.

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