A VICTORIAN GOLD AND AGATE CIRCULAR BROOCH
Mounted with a banded agate circular cabochon to the centre within a wirework and beaded surround, glazed with a locket compartment to the back, diameter 35mm, gross weight 13.4gms
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£180 - £220
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Hammer price:
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£280 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
Condition Report: The agate seems to fit fairly comfortably in the setting but is probably a replacement. There is some slight rubbing to the high points of the gold work. There is evidence of a colourless adhesive to the herringbone surrounding the agate. Two hair-cracks to one side of the brooch front at the hinge end (see additional image). The pin to the hinge has been re-soldered into position. There is an old test mark to the back.
