Lot 245
THEODOR FAHRNER, imported by Murrle Bennett & Co. - an early 20th century 15ct gold gem-set owl...
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Lot 245
THEODOR FAHRNER, imported by Murrle Bennett & Co. - an early 20th century 15ct gold gem-set owl...
Lot 245
Lot Description
THEODOR FAHRNER, imported by Murrle Bennett & Co. - an early 20th century 15ct gold gem-set owl brooch. Designed as a perched owl, the pave-set yellow gem body to the onyx wings and circular-shape ruby eyes. Two yellow gemstones deficient. Signed Theodor Fahrner and Murrle Bennett & Co. Length 2.2cms. Weight 5gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition good. Minor surface wear in keeping with general wear. Two circular-shape stones are missing. Other possible replacements, not perfectly matched. All setting will need attention. Please see the Important Notice for Purchasers in our catalogue for coloured gemstones. 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.
Later added pin to reverse of owl head. Stamped 15ct.
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