Lot 7
An early 20th century 9ct gold turquoise bar brooch. Designed as a circular turquoise cabochon...
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Lot 7
An early 20th century 9ct gold turquoise bar brooch. Designed as a circular turquoise cabochon...
Lot 7
Lot Description
An early 20th century 9ct gold turquoise bar brooch. Designed as a circular turquoise cabochon three-leaf clover, within an openwork scrolling surround. Length 3.6cms. Weight 1.8gms. With associated case.
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Condition Report
Overall condition good. Minor surface wear in keeping with age. Evidence of repair/alteration to the central section, three-leaf clover detail is possibly not original to the piece. There is a support wire that is not longer in use to the centre of the brooch. Replacement pin and hinge fitting. Two turquoise cabochons are possible replacements, lighter in hue and with less inclusions than the other. Colour varies from greenish-blue to light blue, with typical inclusions/veins. Fairly good condition with some surface wear and abrasion. Please see Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue for coloured gemstones. Brooch fitting in good working order. Stamped 9c.
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