BBC Antiques Roadshow expert discovers whopping value of 'fabulous' brooch in Paris

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Antiques Roadshow guests were amazed to discover their ballerina brooch was worth a five-figure sum. In an earlier episode, jewellery specialist Joanna Hardy was captivated by the exquisite piece, speculating it could be the creation of renowned French jewellers Van Cleef & Arpels, though she couldn’t verify its origins, reports Edinburgh Live.

In a clip from the original evaluation, Joanna shared her amazement: "It can't be 'true', is it 'true'? This is made with turquoise, rubies, 18 carat gold and diamonds.

It's a fabulous jewel."It has all the properties, all the wonderful skills of a company called Van Cleef And Arpels. "They made ballerina brooches from the 1940s but not that many. "I cannot find the signature of Van Cleef and Arpels.

I want to find one, I can assure you."If it is right, it is tens and tens of thousands of pounds."The daughter responded with a quiet "Gosh," while her mother remained doubtful, saying, "can't be".After filming, Joanna contacted a Parisian archivist and took the brooch for a detailed examination.Later, she met with the owners again to learn more about the brooch's history, saying: "This lovely ballerina has been on quite a journey since I last saw you."As you know, I went to Paris with this tucked in my handbag.