Lot 228
An early 20th century 18ct gold bird brooch. The textured hawk, to the circular-shape...
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Lot 228
An early 20th century 18ct gold bird brooch. The textured hawk, to the circular-shape...
Lot 228
Lot Description
An early 20th century 18ct gold bird brooch. The textured hawk, to the circular-shape naturalistic perch with foliate detail and ruby eye. Length 3cms. Weight 11.2gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot is in good overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. Pin possible replacement, with slight bends and minor dents. Clasp and further small areas show slight silvery yellow hue. Please see important notices for purchasers in the catalogue and on our website for Coloured Gemstones. The rubies are a vivid slightly purplish red hue. Due to size and setting, we are unable to test for natural or synthetic status.
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.
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