13th Nov, 2024 11:00
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
280
A late 19th/early 20th century vari gem-set brooch/pendant, centred with a cabochon turquoise and vari-cut diamond flowerhead cluster, within an openwork quatrefoil of further turquoise-coloured cabochons, bouton pearls and diamond set foliage, with detachable diamond set bale and brooch fittings, gold and silver mounted, (pearls untested for origin), length including bale 4.4cm
Sold for £580
Estimated at £200 - £300
A late 19th/early 20th century vari gem-set brooch/pendant, centred with a cabochon turquoise and vari-cut diamond flowerhead cluster, within an openwork quatrefoil of further turquoise-coloured cabochons, bouton pearls and diamond set foliage, with detachable diamond set bale and brooch fittings, gold and silver mounted, (pearls untested for origin), length including bale 4.4cm
Patchy discolouration, pitting and scuffs/small chips to cabochons. Surface wear to bouton pearls. Diamonds have variable colour and clarity, some stones with chips/surface-reaching fractures, estimated SI2 to P3 clarity and I to L colour, assessed mounted. Signs of general wear and patchy tarnishing to mount, with scuffs, scratches and chips/nicks, commensurate for age and use. Detachable brooch pin is currently functioning. Metal standards are untested. Gross weight approximately 13.3gm.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 13th Nov, 2024
Viewing
Please note that there is no public attendance on both sale days and the auction will be online only.
Viewing by appointment (photo ID required):
Friday 8 November 10am - 4pm
Saturday 9 November 10am - 1pm
Monday 11 November 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 12 November 10am - 4pm
For sale enquiries and viewing appointments please contact:
oxford@mallams.co.uk / 01865 241358
