Thursday 30 September 2021 | 10:00 | Lots: 425

Thursday 30 September 2021 | 10:00 | Lots: 425

Lot 231

Lot 231

A Georgian faceted black glass cross pendent necklace, with felt bow clasp and matching...

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Lot 231

Lot Description

A Georgian faceted black glass cross pendent necklace, with felt bow clasp and matching earrings.

Length of necklace 34cms. Length of earrings 3.3 and 3.5cms. 44gms.
With case.

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>Visible, discoloured repairs.
<li>Alterations.
<li>Clasp believed later. Velvet is significantly worn.
<li>Most black glass gems appear to be held in place with a lack pitch-like material to the reverse.
<li>One black glass gem cracked in two, appears fairly stable in mount, two with large chips, some with small chips/nicks.
<li>Some gems set at an angle. Some gems with black pitch-like material visible at surround.
<li>Length of cross 5.7cms.

<li>Earrings with hook fittings for pierced ears.

<li>Case appears fitted to the necklace, with brooch aperture. There does not appear to be a fitting for the earrings.
<li>Electronic testing varies, mostly tests between 14ct and 9ct gold, some areas test as base metal.
<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>Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email hello@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.<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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