Lot 78
An early 20th century silver and gold, cultured pearl and diamond brooch. The old and rose-cut...
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Lot 78
An early 20th century silver and gold, cultured pearl and diamond brooch. The old and rose-cut...
Lot 78
Lot Description
An early 20th century silver and gold, cultured pearl and diamond brooch. The old and rose-cut diamond, pierced leaf, with central cultured pearl highlight. Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 1 to 1.50cts. Length 4cms. Total weight 16.4gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Brooch with later alterations, signs of soft solder visible to reverse and near pin.
<li>Diamonds fairly well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Cut and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents total carat weight estimation.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Cultured pearl is a creamy white colour, with rose and greenish overtones, in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>
<li>Without the aid of laboratory equipment, it has not been possible to determine if the cultured pearl is from a fresh or saltwater source.
<li>Cultured pearl estimated diameter 7.5mms.
<li>Chevron shape surmount electronically tests as 12ct gold.
<li>Brooch pin electronically tests as 14ct gold.
<li>Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
<li>Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
<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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