An Early Victorian, Yellow Gold, Garnet, Polychrome Enamel and Seed Pearl Brooch,
Sale 691 - Important Jewelry and Timepieces
Sep 10, 2019
4:59AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$400 -
$600
Sold for $875
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An Early Victorian, Yellow Gold, Garnet, Polychrome Enamel and Seed Pearl Brooch,
containing two octagonal step cut garnets, numerous seed pearls and polychrome enamel accents.
12.65 dwts.
12.65 dwts.
Property from the Collection of a Founding Family, Chicago, Illinois
Condition Report
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Condition: Several seed pearls are missing and some enamel is worn.
Measurements: The brooch measures approximately 4 3/4 inches in total length from the top to bottom and approximately 2 inches in wide from the widest section at the top.
Electronic test indicates the metal is a mixture of 18, 14 and 22 karat gold. It is of the age where the components may be a combination of solid gold, rolled gold and gold wash.
Condition: Several seed pearls are missing and some enamel is worn.
Measurements: The brooch measures approximately 4 3/4 inches in total length from the top to bottom and approximately 2 inches in wide from the widest section at the top.
Electronic test indicates the metal is a mixture of 18, 14 and 22 karat gold. It is of the age where the components may be a combination of solid gold, rolled gold and gold wash.
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