The Collection of Lady Wardington

A diamond double clip brooch / earrings, circa 1950, of flowerhead and ribbon design, set throughout with brilliant, single and baguette-cut diamonds, the two clips detaching to form earrings, fitted case by Thomas Wordley Ltd, 23 Birchin Lane, Lombard St., total diamond weight approximately 5.50 carats, length 57mm. £4,000-£6,000

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of Lady Wardington.

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Lady Wardington, thence by family descent.

Thomas Wordley Ltd. were London jewellers and silversmiths established by at least 1889. The business was based at 84 Cannon Street and 1 St. Swithin's Lane, later moving to 23 Birchin Lane, London. The firm discontinued trading in 1960.