Lot 563 , A late 18th century French pinchbeck and shaped cut garnet set drop hair ornament, 10cm.

A late 18th century French pinchbeck and shaped cut garnet set drop hair ornament, with black ribbon sash and silver clip, 10cm.
Estimate £300-500

A small number of the stones are damaged (chipped or cracked). There are a number of lead solder repairs visible on the back. Overall condition average to poor.


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Sold for £400