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Lot 35

Lot 35

A mid Victorian enamel and gem-set memorial brooch.

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Lot 35

Lot Description

A mid Victorian enamel and gem-set memorial brooch. The replacement oval blue chalcedony cabochon, within a split pearl surround, to the black enamel and scrolling foliate border. Personal engraving dated 1855. Length 5cms.

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<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>Two split pearls deficient.

<li>Base metal replacement fittings.

<li>Chalcedony is a replacement, with white metal collet.


<li>Split pearls fairly well matched.

<li>Chalcedony is a medium blue hue, well saturated, with clarity and typical inclusions.<p>

<li>Stones in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>


<li>Personal insciption reads: Presented by G.F. & M.G., to F.G.G., in memory of her dear Father, who died Feb'y5th 1855, Aged 54.'



<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>




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