Premier Auction
Sat, Jul 10, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 781
Antique Gold Brooch and Locket
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
brooch, oval opal cabochon approx. 30 x 16mm, eight old mine cut and 31 rose cut diamonds, estimated total weight 1.40cts., remnant of stamp on pin catch, tested 14kt. yellow gold, 1-1/2 x 2 in., 15.3 grams; attached locket/pendant, engraved "Hair of Rob.t E. Lee, cut by, J. E. Lee, 1868", tested non-gold, 1-1/4 x 3/4 in., 6.5 grams
Provenance: Collection from a Direct Descendant of Robert E. LeeCondition
brooch, heavy crazing to opal, break to top part of design and missing one stone, small chips to few diamonds; locket, heavy wear/losses to plating, tarnish, wear and scratches, no hair visible
