Lot 564
An early 20th century 9ct gold hardstone cameo and gem-set brooch. The oval-shape hardstone,...
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Lot 564
An early 20th century 9ct gold hardstone cameo and gem-set brooch. The oval-shape hardstone,...
Lot 564
Lot Description
An early 20th century 9ct gold hardstone cameo and gem-set brooch. The oval-shape hardstone, carved to depict a woman in flowing robes, within a seed pearl, diamond and ruby trefoil surround. Estimated total diamond weight 0.30ct. Length 3.2cms. Weight 9.3gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches and slight discolouration in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Hardstone with minor nicks and slight abrasion. Scratched initials to the back of the cameo. Slight areas of yellow banding to the highlighted areas, notably to her foreleg.
<li>Possible replacement gems, wear to some mounts.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Seed pearls untested for natural origin.
<li>Seed pearls fairly well matched, with slight hue and lustre differences.
<li>Rubies a well matched deep medium slightly purplish red hue, well saturated, with good to fair clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Stones in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>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.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows.co.uk<p>
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