Lot 472
A 19th century graduated moonstone collar. Principal moonstone calculated weight 14.64cts,...
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Lot 472
A 19th century graduated moonstone collar. Principal moonstone calculated weight 14.64cts,...
Lot 472
Lot Description
A 19th century graduated moonstone collar.
Principal moonstone calculated weight 14.64cts, based on estimated dimensions of 19.7 by 12.8 by 8.4mms.
Length 35cms. 42.6gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good.
<li>Soft solder repairs to one mount and several connecting links, not immediately apparent when worn/face-up.
<li>Original clasp remains, next to current clasp.
<li>Current clasp mount electronically tests as base metal.
<li>Remaining metal electronically tests as approximately 8 to 9ct gold with remaining metal percentage 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>Moonstone appear well matched with a preominantly bluish white adularescence.
<li>Moonstone with varied cabochon height and shape.
<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>
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