Lot 359
A late Victorian gold, diamond and gem-set brooch. The oval ceramic panel, depicting two putti...
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Lot 359
A late Victorian gold, diamond, pearl and porcelain putti brooch.
Lot 359
Lot Description
A late Victorian gold, diamond and gem-set brooch. The oval ceramic panel, depicting two putti holding a floral garland, with pearl, split pearl and diamond foliate surround. Length 4.5cms. Total weight 17.1gms. Pearls untested.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Ceramic panel has a small chip at the edge near the bottom. General surface scratches and minor nicks, few slightly deeper scratches.
<li>Repairs visible to the reverse of the central panel mount, possible alterations.
<li>Replacement fittings.
<li>Most pearls appear replacements, drilled.
<li>Pearls untested for natural origin.
<li>One pearl with area of significant nacre loss.
<li>Three split pearls deficient.
<li>Diamonds well matched.
<li>Estimated total diamond weight under 0.05ct.<p>
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<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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