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SMALL BASKET BROOCH
In 18k yellow gold basketwork, adorned with ears of wheat set with diamonds and decorated with a branch of silver flowers set with rose-cut diamonds and small pearls, probably fine.
19th century.
French work.
Dimensions : 2.8 x 2.4 cm approx.
Weight : 8.7 g (18k - 750/1000 - eagle head hallmark).
Condition:
Very good overall condition. A small accident on a gold blade of the basket, barely visible as it is hidden under the silver branch.
History
This small brooch was probably originally a vinaigrette, a piece of jewelry with a small compartment inside to hold salts or a vinegar-impregnated cloth to inhale in case of fainting.
The hinge holding the ears of wheat suggests that this part was movable, allowing access to the basket's inner compartment.
Ref: TUCJ0X51BJ