Lot 191
Two late 19th century gold seed pearl memorial brooches.
Description
Condition Report
Two late 19th century gold seed pearl memorial brooches, each of cushion-shape outline, the glazed panel, with split pearl single and double surrounds. Lengths 2.9 and 2.6cms. Weight 9gms.
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Purchasing information-
Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches and discolouration in keeping with general wear. The pins are base metal replacements. The seed pearls are fairly well matched in each brooch. Without the aid of laboratory equipment, it has not been possible to determine if these cultured pearls are from a fresh or saltwater source.