Lot 346
A Victorian coral and split pearl brooch, circa 1860, the central split pearl set within a...
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Lot 346
A Victorian coral and split pearl brooch, circa 1860, the central split pearl set within a...
Lot 346
Lot Description
A Victorian coral and split pearl brooch, circa 1860, the central split pearl set within a raised circular panel flanked by three coral cabochons with outer bead detail and panel to reverse. Length 4.7cms. Weight 7.5cms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
The brooch is in overall good condition. Light dents can be seen to some of the bead detail. All the coral is present and well matched. They have a pale body colour. Minor growth banging can be seen to the split pearl. Bruising and area's of gold is staring to split where it has worn over time. Dents and minor scratches can be seen, in keeping with age. The vacant panel to the reverse is water damaged.
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