Lot 163

Accompanied by a box.
The ornate brooch is in good condition commensurate with age.
The textured gold shows signs of age with patches of discolouration.
The folate is in tact with no evidence of damage or broken motifs.
The tiger claws contain surface markings and three chips on the one claw.
The reverse of one claw contains a fine crack that has been repaired with glue residue evident.
The pin has been replaced and is in good working order and is straight. The brooch is secure in the clasp.


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