A 19th century gold turquoise necklace, with diamond and pearl accent bird and heart locket.

<li>Overall condition good.

<li>Altered, with various 19th century components.

<li>Small areas of discolouration.

<li>Tassel drops show alterations to fittings to reverse.

<li>One drop with small dent.

<li>Estimated total diamond weight under 0.10ct.<p>

<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>

<li>Bird with ruby cabochon eyes.

<li>Seed pearl untested for natural origin.

<li>Estimated diameter of seed pearl 3.4mms.

<li>Turquoise are mostly well matched with a medium blue through slightly greenish blue hues. Few appear a deeper green hue.

<li>Length of heart locket (excluding surmount) 2.4cms.

<li>Estimated dimensions of bird 3.4 by 2.1cms.

<li>Electronically tests as approximately 14-18ct gold, turquoise mounts electronically test as predominantly silver.

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

<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>