Lot 225
  • 225

Micromosaic and gold demi-parure, 1870s

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gold, hardstones
Comprising: a pendant/brooch of oval design with a micromosaic depicting the lamb of God; and a pair of pendent earrings similarly set, with micromosaics depicting Christian iconography, hook fittings, fitted case.

Condition

Mounted in gold. Reverse of pendant/brooch has a glass back. Micromosaics in good condition, one earring has a few pieces of mosaic missing to the bottom of the cross. Slight tarnish to metal. Scratches to metal consistent with wear and age. Overall in good condition. Fitted case.
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