Royal Artillery sweetheart brooch. Kings crown. 18ct gold, Platinum & diamonds. measure 45mm in diameter

measure 45mm in diameter

a metal lip is visible on the reverse as a consequence of the minting process

holding spear

Burrell served in France from 13 August 1914 and was discharged wounded with a Silver War Badge on 17 August 1915

Silvered base metal

Royal Artillery sweetheart brooch. Kings crown. 18ct gold, Platinum & diamonds. measure 45mm in diameterMade from 18ct gold, platinum and diamonds, with red and blue enamel. 18 old cut diamonds are set in a rotating wheel surrounding a larger central old cut diamond. The rear is marked PLAT 18ct and is scratch engraved 8545, possibly a serial number. 35mm X 25mm approx. The total diamond weight is 0. 2ct approx. Total weight 5. 68g Superb condition.