Lot 375
An early Victorian 18ct gold shell cameo brooch, depicting Eros and Psyche.
Description
Condition Report
An early Victorian 18ct gold shell cameo brooch. Carved to depict Eros and Psyche, with entwined scrolling foliate and ribbon surround. Length 5.4cms. Weight 27.6gms.
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Purchasing information- Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
- Replacement base metal pin.
- Later safety chain with soft solder visible.
- Significant later glue visible to the reverse of the cameo.
- Shell has typical fine stress fissures.
- Small dents and minor holes to the surround.
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