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    Shell Cameo, Marcasite, Gold, Silver, Silver Vermeil, Base Metal Jewelry. . ... (Total: 7 Items)

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    Shell Cameo, Marcasite, Gold, Silver, Silver Vermeil, Base Metal Jewelry

    The lot includes: one pendant-brooch with a shell cameo depicting Bacchus, set in 18k gold (Dimensions: 4-3/4 inches x 1-7/8 inches); one pendant-brooch with a shell cameo depicting the Three Graces, with imitation seed pearls, set in silver vermeil (Dimensions: 1-7/8 inches x 1-3/8 inches); one pendant-brooch with a shell cameo depicting a lady's profile, set in 18k gold (Dimensions: 1-11/16 inches x 1-1/8 inches); one pendant-brooch with a shell cameo depicting a harpist with a cherub, and marcasite, set in silver (Dimensions: 1-3/4 inches x 1-5/16 inches); one pendant with a shell cameo depicting a bucolic scene, set in base metal (Dimensions: 1 inch x 3/4 inch); one pair of cuff links with rectangle-shaped shell cameos depicting a Roman soldier, set in sterling silver (Dimensions: 7/8 inch x 5/8 inch); and one bracelet with shell cameos depicting a lady's profile, set in base metal (Dimensions: 7 inches x 3/4 inch). Gross weight 75.60 grams.

    Condition Report*: Colored Gems:
    Type(s): Shell, Marcasite
    Shape(s): Carved Cameo, Rose-cut
    Count: 26 - 50

    Metals:
    Gold
    Silver
    Yellow Metal

    Overall Condition:
    Good
    Condition Notes:
    First piece: gold tests as 18k, "C" catch tests as 14k, pinstem, bail, and chain do not test as gold or silver; evidence of lead solder. Second piece: tests as silver vermeil, has bail, pinstem, and catch. Third piece: marked 750, has a fold-down bail, pinstem, and catch. Fourth piece: tests as silver, has a bail, pinstem, and catch. Fifth piece: does not test as gold or silver, one jump ring is missing. Cuff links are marked 925. Bracelet does not test as gold or silver, shows tarnish.
    *Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".

    Auction Info

    Auction Dates
    August, 2016
    16th Tuesday
    Internet/Mail Bids: 5
    Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
    Page Views: 236

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