Lot 71
A mid Victorian gold gem-set brooch. The oval-shape citrine, within split pearl and emerald...
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Lot 71
A mid Victorian gold gem-set brooch. The oval-shape citrine, within split pearl and emerald...
Lot 71
Lot Description
A mid Victorian gold gem-set brooch. The oval-shape citrine, within split pearl and emerald surrounds. May be worn as a brooch. One emerald deficient. Length 4.1cms. Weight 20.7gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>One emerald deficient.
<li>Rope-twist surmount loop is a later addition, with soft solder discolouration visible, enabling brooch to be worn as a pendant.
<li>Replacement gems. Wear to some claws/mounts.
<li>Citrine is slightly loose within the mount. Citrine is a light medioum slightly brownish yellow hue, fair saturation.
<li>Split pearls fairly well matched. Some with visible drill holes. Varied colour and lustre.
<li>Emeralds are presumed foil back, appear a light to medium slightly bluish green to yellowish green, varied saturation and inclusions.
<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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