Lot 320
  • 320

A group of five jewelled gold egg pendants, late 19th and early 20th centuries

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • gold, silver, seed pearls, rubies, sapphires, diamonds
  • heights excluding loops .9-1.6cm, 3/8 - 5/8 in.
the polished surface set with diamond chip stars below an engraved flourish, Kiev, 1899-1908, 56 standard, illegible maker's mark; of polished gold overlaid with a band of filigree scrolls set with a circular-cut ruby and seed pearl, Moscow, 1908-1917, 56 standardthe reeded gold surface inset with seed pearls, St Petersburg, circa 1895, struck with maker's mark OK, 56 standard; of reeded surface, the pierced central band set with a ruby, St Petersburg, circa 1895, struck with maker's mark AK, 56 standard; centred with a cabochon sapphire within a filigree cartouche, illegibly marked 

Condition

Generally good condition, the first egg with some diamonds lacking; some of the pendant loops have split.
"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.
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