Thursday 8 November 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 310

Thursday 8 November 2018 | 11:00 | Lots: 310

Lot 57

Lot 57

A late Victorian 18ct gold garnet and split pearl snake necklace.

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Lot 57

Lot Description

A late Victorian 18ct gold gem-set snake necklace. The garnet and split pearl heart, suspended from a textured snake head with garnet cabochon eyes and garnet and split pearl crest, to the graduated snake-link chain. Length 42cms. Weight 19.5gms.


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<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear. <li>Heart-shape pendant with glazed panel to reverse.

<li>Evidence of alterations to chain, soft solder visible.

<li>Some gems possible replacements.

<li>Garnets are well matched, medium purplish-pink hue, in good condition with minor abrasions.

<li>Split pearls are in good condition.

<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.

<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.

<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk


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