Lot 182
A mid to late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel locket. The oval blue enamel domed panel,...
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Lot 182
A mid to late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel locket, with late Victorian 9ct gold chain.
Lot 182
Lot Description
A mid to late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel locket. The oval blue enamel domed panel, with diamond point initial S and scrolling foliate surround, to the polished locket, suspended from a rose-cut diamond surmount and late Victorian 9ct gold fancy-link chain. Length of locket 4.9cms. Length of chain 55cms. Total weight 25.4gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>One diamond deficient to the letter S.
<li>Enamel panel is slightly lifting at both ends.
<li>Enamel with chips/losses.
<li>Locket with one glazed interior side, the other with faded fabric glued in place.
<li>Locket tests electronically as approximately 17-18ct 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.
<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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