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Antique & Modern Jewellery 12/01/2017
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Lot 498

A late 19th century Scottish, citrine and split pearl brooch.

Description

Condition Report

A late 19th century Scottish, citrine and split pearl brooch. The oval-shape citrine, with split pearl and bead highlight scrolling foliate engraved surround. Marked 'Muirhead & Sons, Sutherland gold'. Length 5.6cms. Weight 21.5gms.

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  • Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

  • Base metal replacement pin.

  • Citrine protrudes the reverse of the setting and rubs against the brooch pin.

  • Estimated dimensions of citrine 28 by 21 by 22mms.
  • Engraved to the reverse "Muirhead & Sons, Sutherland gold".

  • Citrine medium slightly brownish-orange, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions. A fairly large and obvious window can be seen to the centre of the citrine.

  • Split pearls creamy-white with some pink and green overtones with fairly good lustre.

  • Stones in good to fair condition with minor abrasions.

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