Online Auction: Assorted Collectibles & Jewellery – Featuring Majolica Vase and Amber Pieces and furniture
Lot 246:
Mixed Metal Costume Jewellery Spares and Repairs Lot Featuring Pocket Watch Keys and Findings
Description
This extensive workshop lot comprises a diverse assortment of jewellery components, findings, and accessories, primarily intended for spares and repairs. The collection includes a significant quantity of metal pocket watch keys in various sizes and designs. The lot features a range of silver-tone and gold-tone base metal chains, enamelled charms, and loose beads. Notable items include a large square-form costume element set with clear paste stones or rhinestones, and several carved bone-coloured decorative components. Also present are original packaging for findings, including a packet of rolled gold jump rings. The materials appear to be a mixture of base metal alloys, glass, and costume materials. Construction techniques observed include wire-work, enamelling, and prong-setting. No hallmarks are visible; items are sold as base metal and costume jewellery. Weight and measurements not provided due to the unsorted and voluminous nature of the lot.
Condition report:
The lot is offered in an unsorted, tangled, and varied state of preservation, typical of a workshop or repair collection. Items show varying degrees of wear, surface oxidation, and tarnish. Some pieces are broken, incomplete, or missing stones. Chains are heavily tangled. Sold as seen for parts or restoration.
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