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A collection of banded agate mourning jewellery, mid-19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- A collection of banded agate mourning jewellery, mid-19th century
- banded agate, gold, diamond
- (a lot)
comprising a bangle set to the centre with a polished banded agate, inset with cushion shaped diamonds and black enamel, stamped JB for John Brogden, London, mid-19th century; a pair of earrings, suspending polished banded agate beads, in a leather case; and other jewels set with polished agate beads, several fittings deficient
Condition
loose beads all drilled, majoirty with dark brown/black body colour and white, some visible brown areas. earrings in good condition, as well as bracelet. case of earrings with some wear and discolouration. one chain of 17 graduated beads, another with 5 graduated beads, a double long chain of 91 beads, slightly graduated, and 9 detached beads, one with gilt metal mounts.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."