Antiques and Collectibles
This antique jewellery item comprises an oval porcelain plaque set within a 9ct yellow gold frame. The plaque features a hand-painted topographical scene of Lancaster city, England, showing Skerton Bridge crossing the River Lune with Lancaster Castle and the Priory Church visible on the skyline. The gold frame is finished with a decorative twisted rope-work border. The reverse of the porcelain is inscribed in reddish-brown pigment with the location Lancaster and signed by the artist W. Lambert (c.1840–c.1920). The metal is stamped 9ct on the lower edge of the frame. The brooch is equipped with a hinged pin and a C-clasp, alongside a small bale at the top for use as a pendant. A safety chain with a safety pin is also attached.
Condition report:
The painted porcelain plaque displays some fine surface scratches and light wear visible under magnification and direct light. No chips or cracks are apparent. The 9ct gold frame exhibits minor surface wear and light tarnishing consistent with age. The pin mechanism, pendant loop, and safety chain are all in functional condition.
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