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Lot 342

Lot 342

A late 19th century 18ct gold reverse carved and painted rock crystal stickpin, depicting a...

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Lot 342

Lot Description

A late 19th century 18ct gold reverse carved and painted rock crystal stickpin, depicting a British bulldog, with rose-cut diamond surround.

Diameter of stickpin head 1.8cms. 4.9gms.
With case.

 

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>General surface scratches and minor marks.
<li>Few moderate scratches to the rock crystal.
<li>Loss to the paint on one shoulder.
<li>Backed in mother-of-pearl, some glue visible to backing.
<li>Diamonds appear well matched.
<li>Cut, size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate weight, colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Electronically tests as approximately 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>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 <p>

 

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