Lot 23
A late 19th century gold turquoise and diamond horseshoe brooch. The graduated rectangular-shape...
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Lot 23
A late 19th century gold turquoise and diamond horseshoe brooch. The graduated rectangular-shape...
Lot 23
Lot Description
A late 19th century gold turquoise and diamond horseshoe brooch. The graduated rectangular-shape turquoise horseshoe, with rose-cut diamond partial border. Length 2.4cms. Weight 4.4gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
Overall condition good. There are scratches to the brooch in keeping with overall wear. The horseshoe was possibly originally part of a stickpin, with the brooch fitting added at a later date. There are areas of visible solder. The turquoise varies in shade, there are areas of greening in places. The diamonds are bright, there are chips to many diamonds visible with magnification. The back pin and catch is secure. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones.
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