Lot 533
A 19th century gold Indian portrait miniature graduated three-strand necklace, with portrait...
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Lot 533
A 19th century gold Indian portrait miniature graduated three-strand necklace, with portrait...
Lot 533
Lot Description
A 19th century gold Indian portrait miniature graduated three-strand necklace, with portrait miniature earrings, depicting Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
Length of necklace 38.7cms. Length of earrings 3.7cms. 22.5gms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Earrings with noticeable discolouration to mounts.
<li>General slight surface marks in keeping with wear.
<li>Necklace has engraved initials to reverse of bars at sides of neck 'G.E.P.' 'C.D.'
<li>Portrait miniatures to the necklace with minor wear to the paint.
<li>Shah Jahan to the earrings with significant water damage/over cleaning.
<li>Mumtaz Mahal to the earrings with moderate paint distortion from water damage.
<li>Earrings with hook fittings for pierced ears.
<li>Necklace electronically tests as approximately 9ct gold.
<li>Earrings electronically test as approximately 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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