Lot 352
An early 20th century gold and silver carved intaglio crystal brooch. Depicting a jockey on...
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Lot 352
An early 20th century gold and silver carved intaglio crystal brooch. Depicting a jockey on...
Lot 352
Lot Description
An early 20th century gold and silver carved intaglio crystal brooch. Depicting a jockey on horseback within a rose-cut diamond surround. Diameter 2.1cms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot is in good overall condition with scratches and small dents in keeping with general wear. The rider and horse have minor losses to the paint and there is deterioration of glue to the background. The piece appears to be backed with a brass or bronze. The crystal has moderate surface abrasion. The pin hinge has discolouration, possible repair. The diamonds appear moderately well matched, estimated total diamond spread weight 0.35ct, though this in no way indicates the actual total diamond weight. Individual diamonds are too small to accurately assess colour/clarity grades, the diamonds appear mostly tinted. Weight 8gms.
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