LOT 338 (33081) Est R300 to R600 – A 19th Century Austro-Hungarian-style Silver Gilt Peacock Brooch

Description

tested for 0.800 standard, the cartouche-shaped raised, cast and pierced openwork quatrefoil medallion, surrounding a raised, cast and figured bird with attached finely engraved and incised wings, body and tail feathers, set with old cut diamonds or paste stones, verso fitted with tube hinge, pin, c catch and later safety chain (4.5 x 3.2 x 2cm) (Condition report: Age wearing and oxidation to the gilding)