A gold, enamel, and diamond set novelty brooch pendant, by Asprey of London. Modelled as a howling monkey, the head is decorated with black and red enamel, single-cut diamonds to the beard and cabochon onyx eyes, all mounted in 18 karat yellow gold. The piece features a concealed hinged bale to allow it to be worn on a chain as a pendant. To the back there is a pair of white gold hinged pins with a roller type safety clasp for when being used as a brooch pin.
Marked - '750 18ct Made in Italy for Asprey'
Total weight - 48.4 grams
Measures 6.6cm in length
Independent appraisal values the piece at $14,113(AUD)