Lot 553
A shell cameo, split seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of oval outline, the cameo depicting a...
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Lot 553
A shell cameo, split seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of oval outline, the cameo depicting a...
Lot 553
Lot Description
A shell cameo, split seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of oval outline, the cameo depicting a bacchante within a split seed pearl surround with oval-shape ruby spacers. Unmarked with regards to metal purity. Length 4.7cms. Weight 19.91gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
Overall condition good, with light scratches and small dents in keeping with general wear. The rubies are well matched, pinky to red in colour, well saturated, showing typical inclusions, minor abrasion to facet edges. The seed pearls are well matched with minor surface blemishes.
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