Lot 88
A 19th century gold, enamel and split pearl bow brooch.
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Condition Report
A 19th century gold, enamel and split pearl bow brooch. The blue guilloche enamel articulated bow, with split pearl central cluster and marquise-shape accents. Re-enamelled. Near period replacement components. Length 5cms. Weight 15.8gms.
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Purchasing information-
The lot is in fair overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. The bow has been re-enamelled, with slightly uneven saturation of colour, uneven edge and small areas of enamel to the reverse. Replacement fittings, stamped 14k. Soft solder visible. Uneven surface to reverse from removal of components. Stress fractures to metal around central panel and marquise-shape panels, visible to reverse. Central panel and possibly marquise-shape panels are replacements, central panel showing base metal fitting. The bow tassels swing from side to side, not necessarily intentionally.
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