Lot 589
An early 20th century 18ct gold necklace suspending a Russian pre-revolutionary hardstone egg...
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Lot 589
A necklace suspending a Russian pre-revolutionary hardstone egg and similar pendant fringe.
Lot 589
Lot Description
An early 20th century 18ct gold necklace suspending a Russian pre-revolutionary hardstone egg and similar pendant fringe. Designed as a series of twelve variously sized hardstone eggs, to include lapis lazuli, tiger's-eye, rose quartz and others, each suspended from a plain cap, to the fancy-link chain. Eight egg surmounts with Russian 56 zolotnik mark, assay master Yakov Davidov (1857-1862) and/or Cyrillic maker's mark "rn". Lengths of eggs from 14 to 10mms. Length of chain 40cms. Weight 26.6gms.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
The lot is in good overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. The clasp is likely replacement. Clasp stamped 9ct. Amber egg mount re-glued. Some mounts slightly loose. Please see important notices for purchasers in the catalogue and on our website for Coloured Gemstones. Minor-moderate abrasion. Surface reaching inclusions.
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