Lot 280
The dragon holding one cultured seed pearl by the mouth with a garnet eye, measuring approximately 4.7mm, to a pin and tie clip, width approximately 30mm, gross weight approximately 3.2 grams.
Estimate $300 - $500
This is an antique piece and should be handled and treated with care.
The claws around the pearl are worn. The pearl is secure but may become unsecure if bumped.
The garnet eye is secure, but may beome unsecure if bumped.
The front dragon motif is in good condition.
The rear of the brooch is marked with French marks, and the gold shows some signs of age.
The pin clasp is secure.
The metal shows light markings from wear.
Sold as is.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Fine Jewels
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8808
6:00pm - 16 March 2026
Hawthorn
VIEWING
ADE: Tues 3 Mar, 12 - 6pm, 429 Pulteney St, Adelaide
SYD: Fri 6 - Sun 8 Mar, 11am - 5pm, The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street,
Woollahra
MEL: Fri 13 - Sun 15 Mar, 11am - 5pm, 2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn
CONTACT
Annie Soust
annie.soust@leonardjoel.com.au