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    Sale 5384

    Vintage & Modern Jewels at South Kensington

    London, South Kensington

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    11 November 2008

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    • An early 19th century Italian
    Lot 182

    An early 19th century Italian micromosaic brooch

    Price realised

    GBP 3,375

    Estimate

    GBP 1,000 - GBP 1,500

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    An early 19th century Italian micromosaic brooch
    Of circular shape depicting a chariot in cloud with four birds and a torch within a red square border with butterfly detail to a blue surround with floral decoration, with mother of pearl reverse, circa 1820
    Please see front cover illustration for detail

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    No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.


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    Please note that this lot will be subject to US Fish and Wildlife restrictions if it is to be imported into the USA


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