Lot 679
An early to mid 20th century novelty brooch. Designed as an oval opal cabochon and...
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Lot 679
An early to mid 20th century novelty brooch. Designed as an oval opal cabochon and...
Lot 679
Lot Description
An early to mid 20th century novelty brooch. Designed as an oval opal cabochon and circular-shape ruby spider within a wishbone outer surround. Stamped 9. Length 6cms. Weight 8.42gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The brooch is in overall good condition. The opal is in good condition, the white body colour displaying blues, greens and pinks. There is some abrasion to the facet edges of the ruby visible with magnification. There are significant areas of discolouration to the wishbone in keeping with the age of the piece, there are also overall slight scratches. The makers marks is worn in places. The back pin is metal.
The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin.
Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.
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