Victorian 15kt Gold, Amethyst, and Pearl Suite

Description:

Victorian 15kt Gold, Amethyst, and Pearl Suite, a brooch and pair of earpendants, with woven openwork and three amethyst drops surrounded by seed pearls, in original case, brooch wd. 1 1/8 in., total 9.1 dwt.
Estimate $600-800

The lid of the case is hanging on by one screw at the hinge, but the case is in otherwise good condition for its age. The brooch measures 2 in. in length and the earrings measure 1 1/4 in. in length. There are a couple of seed pearls missing as well as some surface grime.


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