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Lot 90: An Antique Natural Pearl, Diamond and Hardstone Cameo, circa 1880

 

Hammer Price
$3,650 CAN

The cushion-shaped hardstone cameo depicting the profile of a classical lady, surrounded by natural pearls and tiny rose-cut diamonds, mounted in 18k gold
With report 60350 dated 16 August 2011 from the Swiss Gemmological Institute stating twenty natural pearls, saltwater origin

- weight 17.4 g
- height 1 3/4 x 1 3/8 ins
- hardstone cameo with a polished medium dark semi-translucent background, matte texture white figure, with orange highlights in the hair, carving of good quality
- pearls measuring 3.50-6.50mm in diameter, with light to medium cream colour, medium to bright lustre, off round to pear shape, green and pink overtones, light to moderate spotting
- diamonds total approx 0.50ct, I-K colour, VS-I1 clarity
- in good condition, with regular wear, plus there are shallow chips on the top edge and right edge of the hardstone cameo


Condition reports are provided as a courtesy to clients and are a qualified subjective opinion only. All items are sold ‘as is’.

AUCTION ESTIMATE
June 2014 4,000 – 5,000
3,120 – 3,900
2,600 – 3,250
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