A pair of 19th century micro mosaic earrings, the diamond sh...

Hammer

£1,600

A pair of 19th century micro mosaic earrings, the diamond shaped panel depicting Dove of Peace suspending a pennant panel and further circular decoration, closed to the reverse, with shepherd hook fittings, unmarked, 6cm long, 11gms (2)

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Please note, we have not tested the metal and there are no obvious hallmarks.
General tarnishing, surface blemishes and minor scratches seen, particularly to the reverse. Commensurate with age and wear.
First earring:
Dove panel shows minor areas of loss, and residue seen within the cracks (seen with x10 loupe)
Jump rings show minor wear, commensurate with being worn.
Quatrefoil mosaic shows area of loss, particularly to left hand side.
Circular dropper shows no major signs of loss to mosaic.
Shepherds hook isn't straight.
Possible repair/visible soldering join to the jump ring suspending circular dropper.
Second earring:
Dove panel shows minor areas of loss, and residue seen within the cracks (seen with x10 loupe)
No obvious major signs of loss to the mosaic of the quatrefoil panel or circular panel.
Jump rings show minor wear, commensurate with being worn.
Dent seen particularly to the reverse of this earring.