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Lot 185
  • 185

Moonstone cameo and seed pearl brooch, circa 1905

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gold, seed pearl, moonstone
Centred on a moonstone cameo carved with a Green Man, within a wreath of ivy leaves accented with seed pearls, two seed pearls deficient.

Condition

Brooch fitting stamped 14, possibly for 14 carat gold. Incised number T44120. Moonstone translucent with white schiller, measuring approximately 13 x 25 x 4mm. Some small areas of chipping to edges of carving. Seed pearls a mix of white and cream body colours with predominantly white overtones, one seed pearl deficient, additionally one branch with associated seed pearl deficient. Brooch fitting intact and secure. Lights scratches to metal, stone and pearl surfaces consistent with age and wear. Some areas of mild discolouration to metal surfaces. Dimensions approximately 36 x 27mm. In good condition.
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