The Collection of Jean Louis Chameroy, Offered Without Reserve - 24th October 2023
Lot 103
A spinning hardstone and gold fob seal, early 19th century
Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £1512
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Description
A spinning hardstone and gold fob seal, early 19th century, the three vacant matrixes in carnelian, chalcedony and moss agate, each within a stylised acanthus leaf border, the mount formed from intertwined gold serpents, with central spring enabling the fobs to spin and be fixed into position, the moss agate plaque with a hinge, opening to reveal a vacant compartment, unidentified assay mark, length 5.5cm