Ear clips: scuffs, scratches, nicks and occasional pitting to coral cabochons, with surface-reaching fractures and chips to the base of each cabochon. Each cabochon measures approx. 13.5mm diameter x 9.5mm depth. The mounts have general surface wear, with areas of porosity and uneven areas to the back, and the clips are currently functioning. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 12.4gm. Ring: some heavy scuffs, scratches, nicks and occasional pitting to the coral cabochon, which has a hole to the back. The cabochon is set at a tilted angle to the mount and the tips of the claw setting are worn. The mount has considerable wear, with dark solder joins at the junctions of the shank to the setting, suggesting that the shank or setting may be replaced. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 4gm.

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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 23rd Mar, 2022

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