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LOT 2083
Masonic Enamelled Gold Heraldic Jewel
1928 A.D.
2 1/4 in. (21.2 grams, 58 mm).
Comprising a heart-shaped frame with draped scroll and foliage, enamelled in blue with reserved legend 'beware'; heater shield with mural crown in chief and chevron bearing three scutcheons each with an enamelled rose; hallmark to reverse for Birmingham, '9' and '.375' for 9-carat, 'D' for 1928. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired from the early 1980s.
From the private collection of a late Gloucestershire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
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