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Antique Brilliant Georgian Aqua Paste and Pinchbeck Earring
Price:$3,400
About the Item
- Metal:Pinchbeck
- Stone:
- Stone Cut:
- Dimensions:Width: 0.94 in (23.88 mm)Length: 3 in (76.2 mm)
- Style:George IV
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 19th Century
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Stamford, CT
- Reference Number:Seller: #38451stDibs: LU322016453
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