Lot 215
A set of late 19th century tortoiseshell pique jewellery, to include a floral cross pendant, a...
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Lot 215
A set of late 19th century tortoiseshell pique jewellery.
Lot 215
Lot Description
A set of late 19th century tortoiseshell pique jewellery, to include a floral cross pendant, a scalloped dome brooch with floral decoration, together with a pair of similarly designed drop ear pendants. Length of pendant 8cms. Diameter of brooch 3.5cms. Length of ear pendants 4.5cms. With fitted case.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition fair. Some surface wear and significant repairs. Breaks in two places to the cross, strengthening panel added to the reverse. Damage to a section of pique on the front, peeling away. Replacement brooch fitting, soft solder. Replacement suspension loop to pendant. Replacement ear fittings, slightly later in date. Some significant surface wear and nicks to the tortoiseshell, particularly to the ear pendants. Fitted case hinge broken. Please see Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue or on our website for coloured gemstones.
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