Lot 23
A mid Victorian gold garnet brooch.
Description
Condition Report
A mid Victorian gold garnet brooch. Comprising three graduated oval-shape garnets and foliate sides, raised within an oval recess and star motif surround. Length 4cms. Weight 7.1gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition fair. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
- Central section is a replacement.
- Replacement fittings.
- Splits and wear holes to the surround.
- Re-gilt at some point.
- Garnets are in closed back settings, presumed foil back. Garnets appear a well matched purpley red hue. Some small nicks.
- Inside of reverse with glue-like substance.
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