Jewellery by Design: The Collection of Dr Anne Shannon, An Academic Eye - 31st October 2018
Lot 246
A pair of 19th century Italian micromosaic drop earrings
Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £2600
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Description
A pair of 19th century Italian micromosaic drop earrings, c1870, the Revival earrings each centred with a micromosaic oval plaque depicting a beetle within fine twisted rope design borders, suspended from circular discs and three baton-shaped pendants below, with Papal mitre and cross keys mark, obscure maker's mark and two French control marks.
Accompanied by original purchase receipt from Trianon Antiques dated 3rd September 1998.