7th Jan, 2017 9:00 GMT/BST

Country House Sale

 
  Lot 2
 

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A Victorian banded agate bead necklace with a matching pair of drop earrings and a stickpin,...

A Victorian banded agate bead necklace with a matching pair of drop earrings and a stickpin, the continuous necklace comprising 73 graduated spherical banded agate beads in tones of black, brown and white, knotted to a green cord, the beads range in size from 8.2mm to 18.3mm, necklace length 56cm, the earrings are formed of two graduated banded agate beads with hook fittings, drop length 3.4cm, the stickpin is formed of a single banded agate bead, measuring 13.4mm in diameter

Sold for £350
Estimated at £200 - £300


 

The necklace is in good condition. The necklace is a continuous strand with no fittings. One small bead is drilled in two directions. The necklace would benefit from re-stringing. Gross weight of the necklace 272.6 grams. The earrings and stick pin are in good condition. Gross weight of earrings and stick pin 19.6 grams. The lot is accompanied by two banded agate beads with bail fittings and a single banded agate dress button.

 


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Auction: Country House Sale, 7th Jan, 2017

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