Lot 326
An early 20th century gold opal, seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of openwork design, the...
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Lot 326
An early 20th century gold opal, seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of openwork design, the...
Lot 326
Lot Description
An early 20th century gold opal, seed pearl and ruby brooch. Of openwork design, the circular-shape ruby and seed pearl cluster, within a circular opal cabochon surround, to the foliate border with seed pearl and ruby detail. Diameter 3cms. Weight 4.7gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition good. Light scratches in keeping with general wear and age. Rubies pinkish red . Good saturation. Minor surface abrasion. One ruby deficient. Opals with a good play of colour. Seed pearls creamy white, minor surface blemishes, crack to one. One seed pearl deficient. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating from Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating from 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. Please see the important notices for purchasers in the catalogue for coloured gemstones.
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