Ruby, cultured pearl, and gold buckle brooch

Ruby, cultured pearl, and gold buckle brooch
The buckle set with round cabochon rubies, cultured pearls, and black enameled beads, c. 1890
18k yellow gold
2 x 1 1/4 ins; Gross weight 12.2 dwts
Condition Report: Overall good condition.
Gold unmarked tests at 18k.
Rubies bright good color with surface reaching inclusions.
Pearls have drill holes on reverse.
A few enameled beads with minor chipping.
Brooch back can also accommodate as barrette.
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