Lot 424
A late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel necklace. Comprising a series of black and white...
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Lot 424
A late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel choker necklace, in the manner of Carlo Giuliano.
Lot 424
Lot Description
A late Victorian 18ct gold diamond and enamel necklace. Comprising a series of black and white spotted enamel scrolling foliate links, with old-cut diamond and similarly-enamelled disc spacers, to the hook clasp and later belcher-link extension. Estimated total diamond weight 0.45ct. Length 36cms. Weight 20.4gms.
This piece is in the manner of Carlo Giuliano.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good.
<li>Believed to be reduced from a larger piece.
<li>Belcher-links at the clasp are later, electronically test as approximately 9ct 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>Reverse of two links with small tubular mount sections.
<li>Diamonds relatively bright and well matched.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Enamel with appreciable losses.
<li>Reverse of the foliate panels are engraved.
<li>Estimated diameter of disc spacers 0.6cm.
<li>Estimated dimensions of a foliate panel 1.5 by 0.7cm.
<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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