Antique Opal and Ruby shamrock brooch, 15ct gold, boxed

Antique Opal and Ruby shamrock brooch, 15ct gold, boxedA very pretty late Victorian, 15ct gold, opal and ruby shamrock or clover brooch. A beautiful rich 15ct yellow gold double bar brooch with twist detailing. The centre features a stunning shamrock or clover with three heart shaped opal cabochons making up the leaves and a ruby centre. The opals on this piece have a fantastic play of colour and the ruby is a nice deep pinky red. A very well made brooch with lots of fine detailing and whilst it is a

The lid was fully hallmarked though this is ineligible due to use

it fastens with a single dog clip fastener to the front

A classic favourite from the 90s this clown pendant has movable limbs and is set with paste

the Amethyst and setting are slightly older than the band and are probably late Victorian era

It has a pin and c type clasp and a 9ct gold safety chain

It's nice to find an old Chester hallmark as they are highly sought after and have long been closed

Surrounding the hairwork panel are rows of faceted round cut jet stones

one claw is missing a small section but this does not affect the integrity of the stone as it has double claws

rich 18ct yellow gold

some wear commensurate with age

Mid 19th century

this is rather flimsy so could be replaced with a silver one or a jump ring