Lot 541
A Russian pre-revolutionary gold, diamond, baroque and seed pearl brooch. The baroque pearl,...
Thursday 10 November 2016 | 11:00 | Lots: 444
Lot 541
A Russian pre-revolutionary gold, diamond, baroque and seed pearl brooch. The baroque pearl,...
Lot 541
Lot Description
A Russian pre-revolutionary gold, diamond, baroque and seed pearl brooch. The baroque pearl, within a vari-cut diamond foliate and vari-hue seed pearl textured wreath. Marks dated 1871, partially obscured. Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 0.25ct. Length 4.8cms. Total weight 16.1gms. Pearls untested.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li> Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear. <p>
<li> Pin with marks including 1871 stamp, 56 and WE, possible further marks to the brooch, poorly struck, obscured. <p>
<li> Diamonds vary in shape size and appearance. <p>
<li> Diamonds bright to fairly bright. <p>
<li> Light and dark coloured inclusions can be seen to many diamonds very easily under magnification. <p>
<li> Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment. <p>
<li>The baroque pearl is hollow, the top is open, the interior reveals dark staining.
<li> Baroque pearl varies in colour with white, off-white and dark greyish to brownish purples. Some green and pink overtones and fairly good lustre in places, some areas show more muted lustre. <p>
<li> Stones in good condition with minor abrasions. <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 Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk<p>
Please login to request a condition report or ask more questions.