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Lot 334

Lot 334

A 19th century gold rock crystal sphere cluster locket brooch. Diameter 4.4cms. 25.7gms.

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Lot 334

Lot Description

A 19th century gold rock crystal sphere cluster locket brooch.

Diameter 4.4cms. 25.7gms.

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>Scratches and minor dents.
<li>Varied discolouration, some significant.
<li>Later safety chain. Replacement base metal pin.
<li>One of the beads to the surround is glass, the rest appears to be rock crystal.
<li>Central domed rock crystal is hinged. Diameter of locket section 2cms.
<li>Centre of brooch electronically tests as approximately 18ct gold.
<li>Supports for the rock crystal beads electronically test as approximately 7ct gold, presumed gilt 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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