Lot 98
A late Victorian gold split pearl brooch, circa 1880.
Description
Condition Report
A late Victorian gold split pearl brooch, circa 1880. Of floral design, the cultured pearl, within a split pearl border and split pearl petal surround. AF. Diameter 3.6cms. Weight 16gms.
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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.
- Areas of discolouration and dirt to the reverse of the brooch.
- The back catch fitting is deficient and the back metal pin appears to be a replacement.
- Dents and scratches to the back pin.
- The cultured pearls are fairly well matched, blisters, blemishes and damage to the nacre of some.
- Some possible replacement split pearls.
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