Lot 320
  • 320

GOLD AND GARNET BRACELET, CIRCA 1840

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

The heart-shaped gold padlock with scroll engraved detail set with a carbuncle, the reverse inset with a portrait miniature of a gentleman's right eye, with blue iris, painted on ivory, to an engraved marine link bracelet, length approximately 210mm.



 

Condition

Eye: with some dirt and dust beneath glass, some silver residue to top right of miniature, padlock catch slightly lose, and with several small dents and small split, bracelet links with some wear and dents and small holes, one link with split to side.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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