Lot 442
A composite Victorian topaz and diamond pendant. The cushion-shape foil back orange topaz collet...
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Lot 442
A composite Victorian topaz and diamond pendant. The cushion-shape foil back orange topaz collet...
Lot 442
Lot Description
A composite Victorian topaz and diamond pendant. The cushion-shape foil back orange topaz collet and graduated old-cut diamond surrounds, with similarly-cut diamond kite-shape drop, suspended from an old-cut diamond surmount and trace-link chain. Topaz weight 4cts. Estimated total diamond weight 2cts. Length of pendant 5cms. Length of chain 50cms. Total weight 11.2gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Item made up of antique and component parts varying in age.
<li>With personal inscription engraved to pendant reverse, dated '1840'.
<li>Would recommend attention to all settings as some claws deficient/worn.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Some diamonds are drawing more yellow colour tint than the others.
<li>Topaz is a medium orange, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>
<li>Topaz is in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>
<li>Chain stamped 9CT.
<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 Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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