Lot 510
A set of mid Victorian 18ct gold enamel and split pearl jewellery. The brooch designed as a...
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Lot 510
A set of mid Victorian 18ct gold enamel and split pearl jewellery. The brooch designed as a...
Lot 510
Lot Description
A set of mid Victorian 18ct gold enamel and split pearl jewellery. The brooch designed as a split pearl and rose-cut diamond star to the blue enamel and foliate engraved dome, with split pearl surround, suspending a similarly-designed tassel, with a pair of similarly designed earrings. Length of brooch (including tassel) 6.7cms. Length of earrings 1.8cms. Weight 36.3gms.
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.
<li>Glazed panel reverse in good condition, pin with few small file marks.
<li>Diamonds fairly well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>Estimated total diamond weight under 0.10ct.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Split pearls are well matched, creamish white colour, with pink and green overtones, in good condition with minor abrasions and small nicks.<p>
<li>Enamel has been repaired, some partially covering the engraving, some slight blistering and uneven colour.
<li>Earrings with fixed posts for pierced ears.<p>
<li>Earring backs stamped 9ct.
<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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