Lot 608
An Art Nouveau gold locket. Of circular outline, depicting a genteel French lady with flowers to...
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Lot 608
An Art Nouveau gold locket. Of circular outline, depicting a genteel French lady with flowers to...
Lot 608
Lot Description
An Art Nouveau gold locket. Of circular outline, depicting a genteel French lady with flowers to the front and initialled reverse, suspended from a gold belcher-link chain. Facsimile signature for E. Dropsy. French assay marks. Length of pendant 3cms. Length of chain 42cms. Weight 13.6gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good to fair. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Locket does not hold as closed, rivet appears worn/ deficient on the hoop surmount, may require attention.
<li>Locket inner with localised file marks.
<li>Locket and chain electronically test as 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>
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