Lot 438
An early 20th century split pearl, cultured pearl and gem-set portrait pendant. The oval-shape...
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Lot 438
An early 20th century split pearl, cultured pearl and gem-set portrait pendant. The oval-shape...
Lot 438
Lot Description
An early 20th century split pearl, cultured pearl and gem-set portrait pendant. The oval-shape enamel allegorical portrait of a young woman and dead bird, within a split pearl, foil-back garnet and green gem floral surround, suspending a cultured pearl. May be worn as a brooch. Length 5.1cms. Weight 10.8gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
<li> Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches and minor discolouration in keeping with general wear and age. <p>
<li> Foil-back garnet fairly well matched. <p>
<li> Foil-back garnet medium dark purplish-red, well saturated, with fair clarity and typical inclusions. <p>
<li> Gems in good to fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges. <p>
<li> Split pearls vary in shape size and colour. <p>
<li> Split pearls mostly silvery light and silvery dark colours. <p>
<li> Some split pearls show some obvious blemishes. <p>
<li> Diamonds in good condition with minor abrasions. <p>
<li> Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. <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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