A late Victorian gold memorial swivel brooch, the urn and weeping willow hairwork panel, with black
A late Victorian gold memorial swivel brooch, the urn and weeping willow hairwork panel, with black enamel foliate surround and photographic locket reverse.Length 7cms. 43.4gms.
Condition Report: Scratches and small marks. Small dent to reverse of the surround. General discolourations.Central panel rotates freely.Base metal pin.Enamel with small losses and chips, mostly deficient to some of the leaves.Photograph has been slightly tinted, generally cracked/crazed.Electronically tests as approximately 9ct 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.Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email hello@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.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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A late Victorian gold memorial swivel brooch, the urn and weeping willow hairwork panel, with black enamel foliate surround and photographic locket reverse.Length 7cms. 43.4gms.
Condition Report: Scratches and small marks. Small dent to reverse of the surround. General discolourations.Central panel rotates freely.Base metal pin.Enamel with small losses and chips, mostly deficient to some of the leaves.Photograph has been slightly tinted, generally cracked/crazed.Electronically tests as approximately 9ct 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.Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email hello@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.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
