Lot 89
An Art Nouveau 18ct gold and platinum enamel orchid brooch, with vari-cut diamond whiplash line...
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Lot 89
An Art Nouveau 18ct gold and platinum enamel orchid brooch, with vari-cut diamond whiplash line...
Lot 89
Lot Description
An Art Nouveau 18ct gold and platinum enamel orchid brooch, with vari-cut diamond whiplash line surround and pearl drop.
Stamped 18. Length 5.6cms. 6.5gms.
Pearl untested for natural origin.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Slight surface marks in keeping with minimal wear.
<li>Diamonds appear bright and well matched.
<li>Enamel in good condition with very minor surface scratches.<p>
<li>Flower rotates freely.
<li>Diameter of pearl 3.5mms. Pearl of irregular form with some pitting, creamy body colour and pink overtones.
<li>The front of the brooch testing as platinum, the verso as 18ct 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.
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<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
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