FORTNIGHTLY HOUSE CLEARANCE AUCTION

FORTNIGHTLY HOUSE CLEARANCE AUCTION

Catalogue

Lot 272: A Collection of Vintage Sterling Silver Jewellery and a Mechanical Pencil

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Start price: £34

Estimated price: £35 - £75

Buyer's Premium:

A collection of vintage jewellery and a mechanical pencil, with multiple components bearing marks for sterling silver. The assortment includes two necklaces with pendants, two rings, an array of earrings, and two loose pendants. Featured jewellery includes a cross pendant set with a central square-cut faceted purple stone accented by marcasites, a fan-shaped pendant with matching drop earrings in a marcasite-set Art Deco style, and a ring featuring a rectangular black stone within a marcasite border. A pair of drop earrings is set with dark red cabochon stones. Other items include heart-shaped studs, clear faceted stone studs, a single hoop earring, and two loose pendants: one featuring an iridescent oval stone and another with a large blue cabochon secured by dolphin-motif prongs. The mechanical pencil features a textured engine-turned barrel and is inscribed STERLING SILVER on the upper portion. The 925 purity mark is visible on the ring bands, pendant bails, and earring backings.


Condition report:

The collection exhibits heavy surface tarnish and oxidation across the majority of the pieces. There is visible surface wear, including minor scratches and abrasions consistent with age and use. The mechanical pencil shows darkening of the metal and wear to the clip and textured surface. All stones appear to be present and intact.