Lot 466
An early Victorian gold enamel girandole brooch, circa 1840. Of openwork design, the black and...
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Lot 466
An early Victorian gold enamel girandole brooch, circa 1840.
Lot 466
Lot Description
An early Victorian gold enamel girandole brooch, circa 1840. Of openwork design, the black and white enamel floral panel and scrolling surround, suspending three similarly-designed graduated drops. Length 6.4cms. Weight 8gms.
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>Loop to top of brooch, possibly for a surmount loop, believed converted from a pendant. Near period later brooch fittings.
<li>Repairs/soft solder visible to the reverse at two drops, possible alterations.
<li>Enamel with significant surface abrasion and ships that do not go through to the gold mount.
<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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