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Lot 559

Lot 559

An early to mid 19th century gold shell cameo brooch with cannetille surround set with foil-back...

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Lot 559

Lot Description

An early to mid 19th century gold shell cameo brooch with cannetille surround set with foil-back gems.

Length 4.5cms. 15.8gms

 

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>Overall condition fair to good.

<li>Some soft solder repairs to reverse of surround.

<li>Central panel replacement. Cameo ill fitting to mount. Visible dirt under glass.<p>
<li>Deterioration to foil-back settings. Some wear and abrasion to stones.<p>

<li>Pin a probable later replacement and does not test as gold.<p>

<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>Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email hello@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.<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

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