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Thursday 9 February 2017 | 11:00 | Lots: 363

Lot 386

Lot 386

A mid 19th century gold, enamel and gem-set snake necklace. The turquoise enamel snake head,...

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Lot 386

Lot Description

A mid 19th century gold, enamel and gem-set snake necklace. The turquoise enamel snake head, with split pearl crest and garnet eyes, suspending a split pearl and blue enamel heart, to the fancy-link chain. Length 43cms. Weight 16.5gms.

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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>Soft solder visible to the clasp.

<li>Enamel to snake head has been repaired and has discoloured, with minor chips.

<li>Heart would have had locket reverse, now deficient.

<li> Split pearls with pearly lustre, minor damage to nacre.<p>


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

<li>Length of snake head 3.6cms.

<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 Emily Tebbutt at emilyt@fellows.co.uk<p>

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