Lot 11
An early Victorian gem-set memorial ring.
Description
Condition Report
An early Victorian gem-set memorial ring. The two woven hair panels, within a split pearl surround, to the circular-shape garnet highlights and tapered shoulders. One split pearl deficient.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition fair. Surface scratches, discolouration and dents in keeping with general wear.
- Weight 4.4gms. It's base metal.
- one split pearl deficient.
- Split pearls with white body colour and nacre damage due to age.
- Garnet medium pinkish-purple, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.
- Stones in fair condition with some abrasion and minor nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.
- Ring size approximately N 1/2.
- Suspected base metal.
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