Lot 46
A mid Victorian 18ct gold, enamel and gem-set snake necklace.
Description
Condition Report
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Purchasing information- Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.
- Locket electronically tests as 9ct gold, weighing approximately 3gms.
- Replacement locket, some replacement gems, possible re-enamelling.
- Wear to gilt finish.
- Small dent and file marks to underside of the snakes head.
- Garnets are well matched, deep red, in good condition with minor abrasions.
- Split pearls are a creamy white colour, with rose and greenish overtones, in good condition, with some small chips to the surfaces.
- Blue enamel is in fair condition, noticeably scratched on the locket.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.
- Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
- For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk