With a central bezel set oval cabochon garnet, in an 18ct yellow gold openwork surround, makers mark N.B.C, size N, gross weight 2.6 grams.
Estimate: | £150 - £250 |
Hammer price: | £380 |
CONDITION REPORT
Bezel setting does not appear to be tight around the gemstone, but stone is not loose, it would appear that the cabochon garnet is a replacement as it is so ill fitting, ring is marked 18 CT, otherwise in good condiiton with some surface scratches
The interior of the lower part of the box is a modern replacement
Provenance: The Purple Shop – The Anthony Gardner Collection.
See Bellmans website article for further information: https://www.bellmans.co.uk/story/the-purple-shop-the-anthony-gardner-collection