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Antique & Modern Jewellery 24/01/2019
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Lot 575

A Victorian gold and gold-veined marble miner's brooch.

Description

Condition Report

A Victorian gold and marble miner's brooch. The freeform gold 'nugget', atop gold-veined marble accent crossed pickaxe and spade, with further 'nugget' and engraved detail. Length 6.4cms. Weight 12gms.

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Purchasing information
  • Overall condition good. Some surface scratches, slight discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
  • Wear to the gilt finish.
  • Marble with natural fine fissures. Few surface scratches.
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  • Electronically tests as approximately 14ct gold.
  • Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
  • Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
  • Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.

  • For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk

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